The Rubber Authority of Thailand (กยท.) is preparing for repeat floods in 17 northern provinces, including Nan, which was hit on 19-23 August. It is screening registered rubber farmers in advance for the 3,000-baht relief, which applies only if a plantation is damaged beyond repair ("เสียสภาพสวน") or more than 20 trees per plot are lost. Eligible farmers must file for help within the set deadline. The aid is short-term hardship relief, not full compensation. Registered growers in the north should confirm their registration and keep plot details and damage photos ready.