They sell their harvest on a futures market.

VOA: special.2010.02.17

The Thai Futures Exchange introduced its first gold futures contract early this year, adding a new dimension for investors looking to reduce the risks of volatile commodity prices.

VOA: standard.2010.07.21

At seminars in Bangkok, investors learn how to buy gold futures contracts.

VOA: standard.2010.07.21

Kesara Manchusree is managing director of the Thailand Futures Exchange.

VOA: standard.2010.07.21

Warawoot Benjjaputtarog, the deputy managing director at GT Wealth Management, an investment firm that runs such seminars, says education is important for those who are shifting from gold bullion or jewelry to sophisticated futures contracts.

VOA: standard.2010.07.21