Members of JA Kanamoto visited 373.farm!

JA Kanamoto residents visit 373.farm

Hello!
On Wednesday, November 13, asparagus is famous for its
Famous Kumamoto PrefectureJA KanamotoEveryone in the
They visited 373.farm for inspection.
JA Kamoto is Japan's leading asparagus grower.
We are thrilled to be able to welcome you all,
This was a valuable opportunity for us to communicate our efforts well.

Details of the visit

The day began with a presentation in the conference room.
Here is a brief history of the establishment of 373.farm and its current activities,
He spoke in detail about the results to date.

In particular, the current year's harvest and,
Background to the collaboration with the Agricultural Technology Center of the Hiroshima Prefectural Institute of Technology,
A wide range of topics were shared, including specific business details.

The main contents of the presentation are as follows

1. Mr. Sakamoto, Deputy Director, Cultivation Technology Research Department, Agricultural Technology Center, Hiroshima Prefectural Institute of Technology
   • Explains the importance of technical support and the original house.
2. Introduction of initiatives in the media (viewing NHK broadcasts)
   • Shared the Sagishima contribution in asparagus cultivation.
3. 373.farm's management and cultivation policy
   • The farm's vision, school contribution efforts, and this year's accomplishments are presented.
4. question and answer session
   • Answers to specific questions from JA Kanamoto residents.

After the presentation,
Moved to Sakijima for field inspection.
Take the ferry from Suba Port and arrive at Mukoda Port while enjoying the scenery of the island!

Field trip in the field

Upon arrival at the Sakishima field, the participants were given a tour of the actual greenhouses.
The session will proceed with hands-on explanations of where the sensors are installed, how they operate, and the challenges and innovations in cultivation.
The people of JA Kanamoto asked us many questions based on their many years of experience,
We, too, gained new perspectives.

The following conversation was particularly impressive!

• The soil has good drainage! How are you managing it?"
• What is the timing and frequency of fertilizer application?"
• Can you give me some specific techniques for typhoon control?"

Through these specific interactions, I was reminded of the importance of technical exchange.
JA Kanamoto people also told us, "There is a way to do it this way.
For advice,
It was a very meaningful learning experience for us as well.

After the inspection

He has been engaged in asparagus cultivation for many years.
The people of JA Kanamoto generously shared their knowledge and ingenuity developed in Kumamoto.
In hearing directly from the seniors,
I was reminded of his passion for asparagus cultivation and the significance of community-based agriculture.

After the visit, he said, "I'm going to be the Yokozuna of the West, just like Kumamoto!" He said,
More and more, the asparagus brand on Sakishima, "Asupara 373 on Sakishima".
I renewed my determination to make the event a success.

This visit was an opportunity for us to further develop our activities,
We look forward to producing new results!

Thank you very much, JA Kanamoto, for this opportunity.
We look forward to seeing you again!