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The Dozen Plain consists of the Saijo Plain and the Shuso Plain. Both plains are located on the coast of Seto Inland Sea with little rainfall and lack surface water resources, so groundwater has long been used. With almost 100% dependence on groundwater for domestic use, conservation and management of groundwater is an important policy issue for Saijo City. In both plains, infiltration from paddy fields plays an important role in recharging groundwater. Dependence on groundwater is high, and in the coastal plains, a rapid drop in groundwater and salinization occur during the irrigated low-rain season. In the Shuso Plain, areas with high concentrations of nitrate ions in the groundwater are distributed due to the use of fertilizers in orchards around the plains: 2021. Nitrogen-containing monovalent anion, one of the major sources of nitrogen nutrients absorbed by plants. Ammonia brought into the soil as mineralization of soil nitrogen or nitrogen fertilizer becomes nitrate ions by nitration under oxidative conditions, which lowers the soil pH. Clay and humus have the function of retaining cations, and soil can retain cations, but nitrate ions are anions and are not adsorbed, increasing the EC of the soil. Therefore, when there is a permeating water flow, it is easy to leach out to the lower layer. It can be denitrified in the leached lower reducing layer or dissolved in groundwater and become a source of groundwater pollution.

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One small round thing, one grain

【Product name】

Setoka Oranges

【Type】
Citrus L.
【Within the jurisdiction】
Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture (formerly Toyo City, formerly Tanbara Town, Shuso County, formerly Komatsu Town) (JA Shuso)
【Origin of the name】
The variety names are Hayasaki Seto(Known as the strait between the Shimabara Peninsula and the Amakusa Islands), “Setouchi region”, and "fragrance". Old Named registered varieties: Registration number: Tangor Norin No.8 Registration date: August 21, 1998(Kuchinotsu No. 19 Mandarin Orange)
【Main features】
Saijo City is located in the eastern part of Ehime Prefecture. It is surrounded by Mt. Ishizuchi, the highest peak in western Japan, to the south, and the Seto Inland Sea to the north. The area is beloved in Japan for its mild climate, rich natural environment represented by the high-quality Uchinuki fountain, and attractive tourism resources such as historical temples and famous hot springs. In addition, Naked Barley(One of the system names that focuses on the nakedness of barley grains. Among barley cultivars, the seeds do not adhere to the skin and are easily separated, so the skin can be peeled off simply by rubbing and the smooth seeds can be taken out), which boasts the largest production volume in Japan, is one of the system names that focuses on the nakedness of barley grains. It is a major production area for a wide variety of agricultural products such as varieties that can be peeled off and slippery fruit), Atago persimmon, and seven spring herbs. It is also the largest industrial area in Shikoku, with factories for beverages and electrical machinery. It has become. Of Saijo City, which was created through an administrative merger in November 2004, JA Shuso covers former Toyo City, former Tanbara Town, Shuso County, and Komatsu Town. To the west, it is bordered by Toon City and Matsuyama City via the Takanawa Mountain Range, and to the south by the Ishizuchi Mountain Range. JA jurisdiction is 14.5 km east-west, 25 km north-south, total area about 279 km2. The head office is located at the current location of Ikeda, Tanbara Town, which is roughly in the center of the district (133°4'6"E, 33°54'18"N, 15.8m above sea level), and the JR Yosan Line runs along the coastline. There are Komatsu, Tamanoe, Mibugawa, and Miyoshi stations. The Matsuyama Expressway runs parallel to National Route 11 and has an interchange in Komatsu Town. In addition, the Imabari-Komatsu Expressway, which opened in July 1999, has the Toyo-Tanbara Interchange and the Komatsu-Kita Interchange. Promoting interaction with local communities. National Route 11 runs east and west from the south, leading to Niihama City in the east and Matsuyama City in the west. In addition, a wide-area agricultural road runs through the central part of the Dozen Plain and leads to Imabari City. Sightseeing spots include Hondani Onsen, which is known as one of the three hot springs of Iyo along with Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama City and Nibukawa Onsen in Imabari City, and Hiuchi Sea, which is designated as a national park and has a wide stretch of white pine trees. Many tourists visit Kyukamura Setouchi Toyo in search of fresh seasonal seafood. Toyo Port, which was designated as an important port in 1964, is an important route for marine transportation, with ferries on the Hanshin route in service. Cultivated land area of 2,825 ha, of which 2,301 ha is rice field, 129 ha of ordinary field, and 395 ha of orchard. The average household cultivated area is 51.030859 ha. In addition, it has 17,741 ha of forest. The farming style incorporates mainly rice and wheat, fruit trees, greenhouse horticulture (cucumbers, strawberries, melons, flowers, asparagus, etc.), and livestock (cows, pigs, dairy farming). The Saijo district is located in the eastern part of Ehime Prefecture. The Shikoku Mountain Range, including Mt. The total area is 509 km2, About 31% (156 km2) of this is inhabitable land, and the remaining 69% is forest. Rural areas range from the coastal zone at 0 m to mountainous areas at an altitude of 1,500 m, and have diverse natural environments and ecosystems. Centered around the two large rivers of Kamogawa and Nakayamagawa that flow from the Shikoku mountain range, 53 small and medium-sized rivers flow into the Seto Inland Sea, supporting the region with abundant subsoil water, forming one of the prefecture's leading agricultural areas. Blessed with a mild climate unique to the Setouchi region, the average annual temperature is 16.2°C and the average annual precipitation is 1,462 mm (Tanbara Meteorological Observatory 1996-2005). The plains have a Seto Inland Sea climate, which is warm and blessed with an environment for living and industrial activities. On the other hand, the mountainous area is one of Shikoku's heaviest rainfall areas, and it seems that there is a lot of snowfall in winter. In recent years, frequent torrential rains due to abnormal weather have caused many landslide disasters. In 2004, 10 of his typhoons made landfall, causing severe rain disasters. On September 29, 150 mm of rain was observed at Kurose Dam in Saijo City for one hour from 4:00 to 5:00 pm due to Typhoon No.21. Because a large amount of rain flowed through the mountain stream at once, many debris flows occurred, and small and medium-sized rivers were blocked by driftwood and flooded. In addition, traffic was cut off in various places, such as National Route 194 being closed due to a landslide. 5 people were killed, 2 were seriously injured, 23 houses were completely destroyed, 91 were partially destroyed, 8 were partially damaged, 489 were flooded above floors, 2,121 were flooded below floors, and the total damage amounted to over 5,954,640,000 japanese yen. With the Ishizuchi mountain range centered on Mt. Ishizuchi (elevation 1,982 m), the highest peak in western Japan, steep mountainous areas spread throughout the southern and western areas. Major rivers such as the Kamo River and the Nakayama River, which originate in this mountainous area, flow into the Seto Inland Sea (Hiuchi-nada), forming an alluvial plain along the rivers. Spreading flat terrain, it is one of the leading agricultural areas in the prefecture. In flat areas such as the Toyo and Saijo areas, urban areas are formed and port development is required. An industrial area is formed on the coastal landfill site, which is well-equipped with Looking at the geology and soil morphology, the Median Tectonic Line, one of Japan's leading active faults, runs through the western part of the district. Distributed in an east-west belt on the outer belt side from the Shikoku Mountains, which is called the roof of Shikoku, to the Izushi Mountains and Sadamisaki Peninsula. The width reaches 25 km in some places. The northern edge of the Sanbagawa belt is part of the Izumi Group. The rocks that make up the Sanbagawa metamorphic rocks are diverse, including green schist, black schist, and siliceous schist. The Sanbagawa metamorphic rocks range from Mt. Ishizuchi to Mt. Shoji. The geology belongs to the third system of Mt. In addition, the Median Tectonic Line was investigated by the national government after the 1995 Hyogo Prefrecture Nanbu Earthquake. The Tonankai Earthquake, which is counted among the important active faults surveyed and is expected to occur within the next 30 to 50 years. It seems that there is a risk that the damage caused by the In the country, the damage caused by such an earthquake is large. A support system has been established, such as establishing a system to designate areas where disasters are expected to occur and to focus on disaster prevention measures. Decomposed granite soil is distributed in the northwestern part of the district, especially in the area north of the Daimyojin River. Although it is well-drained and suitable for soil dressing and land preparation, it is a special soil that is extremely vulnerable to rainwater erosion. Therefore, along with the Sanba river belt(Composed of metamorphic rocks, it is distributed in an east-west belt on the outer belt side from the Shikoku Mountains, which is said to be the roof of Shikoku, such as Mt. Higashi-Akaishi and Mt. The width reaches 25 km in some places. The northern edge of the Sanbagawa Belt seems to be in contact with the Izumi Group along the Median Tectonic Line. The rocks that make up the Sanbagawa metamorphic rocks are diverse, including green schist, black schist, and siliceous schist. The third system of Mt. Ishizuchi, which unconformably covers the Sanbagawa metamorphic rocks, is distributed from Mt. Ishizuchi to Mt. Shoji.), it has a geological morphology that requires special attention to landslide disasters. In addition, in the area along the Median Tectonic Line, there are places where geological changes can be confirmed from the ancient period, and the diverse geological morphology of the Saijo area is a product of ancient Japan. The plain area is centered on the alluvial plain from the alluvial fan spreading in the Sekiya River basin of the Nakayama River system, and the Daimyojin River water in the north. It is also composed of alluvial plains by the Kamo River and Uzui River water systems in the east. This plain is easy to plow and crush, and the Kokuryo, Okknoki, and Kiyotake lineages, which are suitable for crops, are widely distributed. In the alluvial fan, the Takamatsu and Takajo lines, which are said to be suitable for field crops, spread. , all of which have soil suitable for agriculture. Ecosystems exist in diverse environments, from high-altitude areas such as Mt. In mammals, 7 orders, 15 families, 38 species (Ehime Prefecture: 7 orders, 17 families, 47 species) have been confirmed. In addition to raccoon dogs and weasels that inhabit a wide area, Japanese macaques, Japanese hares, badgers, wild boars, Japanese squirrels, and Japanese deer have been confirmed in the mountains. Giant flying squirrels are said to be returning in areas where giant trees can be seen, such as the Satoyama Landscape and shrine complexes. As for birds, 265 species in 54 families have been confirmed (Ehime Prefecture: 309 species in 61 families). Kamo River / Nakayama River Herons, Scolopacidae Rafinesque, 1815, plovers, and ducks are mainly seen in and around the estuary, while many species are found in diverse environments such as hawks, cuckoos, and thrushes in the mountains. Among amphibians, 17 species in 2 orders, 7 families have been confirmed (Ehime Prefecture: 2 orders, 7 families, 18 species), and in reptiles, 12 species in 2 orders, 6 families (Ehime Prefecture: 2 orders, 7 families, 16 species) have been confirmed. It can be said that most of the animals confirmed in Ehime Prefecture inhabit the Saijo area. It is speculated that the reduction of natural forests leads to a decline in the water-holding function of forests and narrows the habitat space for animals and plants. Therefore, it seems that local efforts to restore the ecosystem are beginning to be seen, such as voluntary tree planting by foresters and fishermen who benefit from forests, in order to expand broad-leaved forests. On the other hand, due to the abandonment of cultivation and development, the number of amphibians, catfish, loaches, etc. that have inhabited the secondary natural environment cultivated by agricultural activities has decreased sharply, and the aquatic animals and plants that were once abundant in reservoirs and irrigation channels are on the decline. Although it is a plant, the forest area is 353.0 km2, and the forest accounts for about 70% of the total area. Among them, cedar and cypress plantation forests account for the largest share of the forest area. It accounts for 66.9%. There are few natural forests, and only a few remain around Mt. Ishizuchi. Approximately 3,750 species of higher plants have been reported in Ehime Prefecture to date, of which Saijo City has 1,375 species of higher plants (seed plants (angiosperms, gymnosperms) and ferns, mosses and mosses). Distinction from higher fungi) seems to have been confirmed. Giant Trees / Forests: A feature of the district is that many giant trees can be seen in the relatively flat areas centered on shrines and temples in the Mountain Village(region) / Satoyama Landscape. 75 giant trees with a trunk circumference of 3 m or more have been confirmed, but the most common tree species is 22 camphor trees. Then there are 8 trees of cedar and oak. Giant trees that often grow as single trees, such as camphor and Aphananthe aspera in Shinyashiki, Komatsu Town, cedar and Castanopsis sieboldii in Myokawa. It seems that there are also areas that have the shape of a giant tree forest, such as jiii. In addition, the habitat of rare terrestrial animals is centered on the Ishizuchi mountain range, where natural forests are distributed. Large mammals such as Asian black bears and serows have not been confirmed recently, and many rare animals have been confirmed, from large raptors such as mountain hawk-eagles to insects such as stone beetles. Among higher plants and mosses, many rare species have been confirmed in the Ishizuchi Mountain Range. The mouths of the Kamo River and Nakayama River are wintering and stopover points for migratory birds, and many species such as herons, sandpipers, and black-backed gulls that are in danger of declining populations migrate here. Among freshwater fish, the Kamo River is the sculpin (medium Egg-shaped) is the only stable breeding ground in Shikoku, and this species has been confirmed to inhabit partly in the Nakayama River. In addition, pigweeds have been confirmed inhabiting the Nakayama River. In the tidal flats along the coastline, 16 species of marine animals, including horseshoe crabs, are listed as rare species. Horseshoe crabs were temporarily threatened due to coastal development, but they are now confirmed to be alive due to the release of larvae. As for plants, 288 species (21%) out of 1,375 species in 74 families of higher plants confirmed in the area are listed in the Ehime Prefecture Red Data Book. Rare species of plants are divided into those that grow naturally in high mountains such as the Ishizuchi Mountain Range, and those that have adapted to human habitation but are in danger of extinction due to changes in their lifestyles. Linaria japonica, Hydrocharis dubia and Dysophylla yatabeana do not seem to have been recorded in recent years. In 2014, the Ehime Prefecture Red Data Book was revised, and wild animals that are currently threatened with extinction were published as the Ehime Prefecture Red List. Due to the rapid increase in the extinction risk of native species in the prefecture due to the deterioration of the habitat and growing environment in recent years, and the accumulation of academic knowledge, it has become necessary to flexibly respond to changes in the Ehime Prefecture Red List categories. Seems to be The Ehime Biodiversity Conservation Promotion Committee is reviewing the Ehime Prefecture RL in order to reevaluate the categorization of the Ehime Prefecture RL from possible fields, and to revise and publish it as needed. The person who revised the Ehime Prefecture RL discussed with the members of the subcommittee, organized the candidate species for revision and the new candidate species for each biome, and created the revised Ehime Prefecture RL (draft). The Ehime Biodiversity Conservation Promotion Committee Wild Fauna and Flora Subcommittee reviewed and approved the revised Ehime Prefecture RL (draft). December 23, 2022 and Supplemental Deliberation. The Ehime Biodiversity Conservation Promotion Committee considered and decided on the revision of the Ehime Prefecture RL (draft) approved by the Special Committee February 7, 2023. In June 2004, the Landscape Law (Law No. 10 of 2004) was enacted on June 17, 2022 to promote the formation of good landscapes in cities and rural areas. In order to promote the formation of good landscapes in mountain and fishing villages, etc., by formulating landscape plans and comprehensively taking other measures, the formation of beautiful and dignified national land, the creation of a rich and rich living environment and individuality. The purpose of the law is to contribute to the improvement of people's lives and the sound development of the national economy and local communities. The Landscape Act itself does not directly regulate urban landscapes. It is a legal system for landscape administration bodies to make plans and ordinances related to landscape. It is called the three laws of landscape greenery together with the Urban Green Space Law and the Outdoor Advertisement Law. In September, the “Guidelines for the Operation of the Landscape Act” were announced. Based on this, in 2005, Saijo City received certification from a landscape administration organization, and is working to create beautiful living spaces, create a rich and enriching living environment, and create a unique and vibrant local community. It seems From the majestic scenery of the Shikoku Mountains of the Ishizuchi mountain range to the plains with lush green paddy fields, the tidal flats and the Seto Inland Sea coast rich in nature, the area has a variety of landscapes, and you can come into close contact with each landscape Apparently. However, environmental changes in recent years have had various effects on these representative landscapes. The Ishizuchi mountain range, which is a representative landscape, has a sub-alpine environment that shows a variety of expressions throughout the four seasons, and the highest peak in western Japan, which is known as a sacred place for Shugendo (Japanese mountain asceticism-shamanism incorporating Shinto). Seems to be a symbol of local love. However, in the mountains and valleys, the depletion of virgin forests of Fagus crenata and the effects of the disaster still remain on the approach to the shrine, and it seems that countermeasures are required. In terms of mountain streams, the Takataru Valley(With a drop of 132 m, it boasts one of the highest drops in Japan. Even in Shikoku, which has many famous waterfalls, this sense of scale is overwhelming. The 100-meter-class rock wall that spreads its wings around the water stream overwhelms the viewer.)in the Kamo River system and the Dozen Valley in the upper reaches of the Nakayama River seem to be enriched by the blue of the green schist, the lush green mountains, and the beautiful nature of the clear streams. However, natural and human factors have increased the environmental burden, such as the scattering of debris and standing trees due to recent disasters, and the decrease in aquatic organisms due to improvements to downstream weirs and embankments. The Satoyama Landscape, which consists of villages and fields, is a secondary natural environment that has been cultivated by agricultural activities, and we enjoy its benefits widely. In the district, there is also Tonoyama (Matsuoka Shrine) upstream of the Kamo River. There are many Satoyama landscapes such as Chimachi with terraced rice fields, and the upper reaches of the Daimyojin River in the west. However, due to the effects of agricultural work on steep terrain, an increase in wildlife damage, and the decline of the forestry industry, the depopulation and aging population are particularly serious problems. also seems to be in trouble. Although it is a rural landscape, the countryside that surrounds the old city area supports the rich food of the district, produces the colors of the four seasons, gives the residents peace of mind, and forms the distinctive scenery of this district. However, even in this region, which has been blessed with favorable farming conditions, chaotic development can be seen due to the increase in the conversion of farmland (housing development) and the deterioration of the agricultural situation, and the maintenance and management work for farmland and agricultural facilities has increased. It seems that it is becoming difficult to secure good farmland. The estuaries and tidal flats of the estuary and tidal flats, the estuaries of small and medium-sized rivers flowing into the coast of Hiuchi-nada, and the shallow coast and tidal flats in the west provide habitats for a wide variety of organisms. It is a stopover point for migratory birds such as plovers, and such an area cannot be seen anywhere else, and is positioned as an asset of this area. In addition, household garbage and general waste drifting ashore along the river is unstoppable, and the deterioration and development of forests and farmlands upstream does not lead to improvements in the habitats of animals and plants. With the decline of primary and secondary industries, the emergence of tertiary industries, and the globalization of industry, companies are withdrawing from regional cities, and districts are no exception to this trend. In addition, it is extremely difficult to attract new companies. It seems like a situation. Other districts are in a similar situation, and most of them seem to have no choice but to expand their existing industries. Among them, the district has developed a "sixth industry" that integrates the primary, secondary, and tertiary industries because they are well-balanced. In the new city, the 6th industry is part of the urban renewal plan, and the shape of the food industry cluster. He has established a business structure and has come up with the concept of the “Saijo Food Processing and Distribution Complex”. Saijo City, which was born on November 1, 2004 through the merger of two cities and two towns, is blessed with abundant water resources originating from the Ishizuchi mountain range and fertile farmland, and is one of the leading industrial clusters in Shikoku. It has become the largest industrial city in Shikoku with vast cultivated land. Regarding agriculture in particular, it boasts an overwhelming share of the shipment volume of many items in the prefecture, and cooperation between the agriculture and fisheries industries (primary industry), the manufacturing industry (secondary industry), and the distribution and service industries (tertiary industry). It seems that various efforts are being made with the aim of forming a food industry cluster (sixth industrialization). Furthermore, it seems that the aim is to promote the regional revitalization plan by forming a food industry cluster centered on the "Saijo Food Processing and Distribution Complex". On February 2, 2008 (Saturday), the 3rd Comprehensive Food Industry Technology Conference was held. Water, Environment and Energy. The industrial complex concept is led by Saijo City Hall and the Saijo Industrial Information Support Center Co., Ltd., which is the third sector of Saijo City and serves as the secretariat of the Saijo Food Industry Cluster Council. Since January 2006, Saijo City and his SICS-sponsored general food industry technology round-table conference have been held once a year since January 2006 in order to promote the industrial complex concept. The round-table conference seems to be a place to discuss issues, make proposals, and exchange opinions toward the realization of the industrial complex concept. The complex concept is composed of various initiatives. It seems that the MH refrigeration system, which is being developed by a small and medium-sized company in the region, is the central effort. This uses the waste heat emitted from factories, etc. A system that uses groundwater "Uchinuki" as a source of cold energy to generate freezing and refrigerating energy. In the future, it is planned to use it as a cold heat source for food warehouses, etc., and to use it as cooling water for plant factories and land-based aquaculture facilities. Currently, cold water created using this system is circulated in the strawberry greenhouse, and it seems that they are conducting a demonstration test to see if it can be cultivated even in the high temperature period of summer. In Saijo City, there are a wide range of underground water wells, called 'Uchinuki', and it is said that there are about 3,000 of them. In the olden days, a horizontal bar was driven into the ground by human power, and hollowed out bamboo was put into it to secure the water (groundwater) that spouted out. This construction method seems to have been passed down from the middle of the Edo period to around 1945, just after the end of the war. Currently, the tip of an iron pipe is processed, a hole is made at the base, and an air hammer driven by a compressor is used to drive it into the groundwater layer to take in groundwater. About 90,000 m3 of Uchinuki spouts out every day, and the water, which has little temperature change throughout the four seasons, is widely used for domestic, agricultural, and industrial purposes. This "Uchinuki" has been selected as one of the 100 best waters in Japan. Setoka Mandarin : It is famous as a tangor that was bred by crossing “Murcott” with kiyomi orange with Angkor No. 2 of the breeding system. A small-nucleus variety with large fruits, soft and juicy, aroma, high sugar content and good taste. Middle-aged Citrus L. matures from January to February. The fruit surface is smooth, the fruit shape is oblate with a high waist, and the skin is orange to dark orange. Thin, easy to peel, with a medium aroma similar to Angkor or Murcott. The flesh is dark orange, the sac is thin, the flesh is soft and juicy, and the number of seeds tends to be small, about 0-5. And it seems that parthenocarpy(Ovary wall and flower bed enlarge and form fruit without fertilization)is strong. The fruiting is good and it is easy to get results every year. Strong tendency to streptomyces spp., Xanthomonas campestris pv. citri. It is Susceptibility against citrus tristeza virus (ctv), and the incidence of stem pitting(Easily propagated by Toxoptera citricida Kirkaldy, and also propagated by cotton aphids at a low rate)is high. Since one ball is heavy, it is necessary to manually support it so that the branches do not break due to its own weight as it grows. Application No. 10852 Date of application 1998/04/09 Date of publication of application 1999/03/18. Registration number 9398 Registration date 2001/10/18. Plant Variety Protection and Seed Act, Act No. 83 of May 29, 1998 : 25 years of breeder's rights ; National Agriculture and Food Research Organization, NARO.Unique sweetness, chewy texture, and wonderful fragrance. Citrus “Three great elements.” The history of Nagasaki mandarin is that in 1780, the Omura feudal lord, “Sumiyasu OHMURA”, the Satsuma feudal “Nagashima mandarin” (Izumi District (former: Azuma Town) Nagashima-cho, Wenshu mandarin), and Ikiriki Village, Nishisonogi District (currently Isahaya). It is said that the cultivation was started by Mr. Yuiemon Tanaka, Mr. Rinemon Tanaka, and Mr. Tsuguemon Nakamichi of the city, formerly Tarami Town, Nishisonogi District. (Citrus Unshiu has heard that the seeds brought back from China by the envoy to Tang China began to bear fruit and were found in Kagoshima. High-quality “Satsuma mandarin” was cultivated from the Ikiriki region, and saplings began to be shipped nationwide, and it is called “Ikiriki-based Satsuma”. In 1876, it seems that oranges were sold by hand in the castle town. In addition, from around 1887, the production area of mandarin oranges was expanded in Ikiriki Village, and even today, the area is the main production area in Nagasaki Prefecture. From 1961, “Act on Special Measures for Promotion of Fruit Tree Agriculture (Government Ordinance No. 145)”, the Nagasaki Prefecture Citrus Promotion Plan was formulated, and the citrus cultivation area increased rapidly throughout the prefecture. Demand for fruit trees in Japan is generally declining and stagnant, and there is a growing tendency for small quantities to be sold as other items and for good quality. Many fruits, including mandarin oranges, are in overproduction. There are increasing demands from other countries to expand imports of fruits and fruit products. In order to achieve sound development, it is necessary to deal with the overproduction trend of fruits. Induce production that responds to trends. Fostering independent fruit tree farmers who can be the core players in the production area. And it is necessary to further strengthen the constitution of fruit tree agriculture. The system for promoting fruit tree agriculture was strengthened(Partial amendment of Law No. 15, July 1, 1985). From NARO, the fruit of Setoka is a large fruit of 200 to 280 g, the fruit surface is smooth, and the fruit shape is oblate with a high waist. The pericarp is orange to dark orange, thin and easy to peel. It has a medium aroma similar to that of Angkor or Murcott, and has a good taste with a ripening period of February and a sugar content of 12 to 13%. The flesh is dark orange, the sac is thin, the flesh is soft and juicy, and the number of seeds is small at about 0-5. It is also characterized by its strong parthenocarpy. The tree is medium to slightly weak, and the tree is medium to open. The fruiting is good and the results are planned every year. It is strong against Elsinoë fawcettii(Wart-shaped or scab-shaped lesions on leaves, fruits, and branches. Citrus unshiu is weak and rarely occurs in midnight citrus, but lemon is weak. Wart-type lesions occur by the middle stage of spring leaf elongation, and lesions occur even after the end of elongation. Wart-type lesions form up to 1 cm in diameter in fruits, and lesions form above that.), Xanthomonas citri subsp. Citri(Occurs on leaves, green branches and fruits. The lesions on the spring leaves are initially round, pale yellow, and water-soaked spots, which later expand to cork in the central part and become rough, and the circumference 0.5 mm width is water-soaked and further around. Produces a fairly wide yellow halo. The lesions on the back of the leaves are also corked and rough, but it seems to be a light brown raised scab. In summer and autumn leaves, citrus leaf miner often invades through wounds such as feeding damage and wind sway, so it seems that lesions generally tend to form along the wound. The petioles are also easily affected and the leaves fall violently. On the fruits and green branches, water-soaked dark green lesions are formed at first, and then they become cork and become light brown raised scabs. Overwintering lesions on leaves and branches are the primary source of transmission, but lesions on treetops in summer and autumn are especially important. In addition, in Spring cankers infected at relatively low temperatures in autumn, the amount of pathogenic bacteria released is even higher than in the lesions of summer-autumn treetops, making it more important as a source of transmission. The leaves are infected with stomata from the new leaf development stage to the growth arrest stage, and then when the tissue hardens, it is infected from the wound caused by the wind and the feeding damage scars of Phyllocnistis citrella. The main infection period for spring leaves is from early May to mid-June. Following the infection of spring leaves, it seems that the infection is repeated to spring branches and summer and autumn treetops. Infection of fruits is from immediately after flower fall to late September, mainly by secondary infection from leaves. Winds and rains accompanied by strong winds with wind speeds of 6 to 8 m or more, especially typhoons in summer, are the most important factors that promote the onset of disease. There is a difference in resistance depending on the type of citrus, and I heard that Satsuma mandarin is moderate.), is susceptible to citrus tristeza virus (CTV), and seems to have a high incidence of stem pitting. As an aside, the mid-late citrus “Setoka” seems to produce a certain amount of softened fruits with low sugar and high acidity, mainly in greenhouse cultivation. Greenhouse-grown “Setoka” is often sold as a high-class fruit in units of one, and it seems that such low-quality fruits may rarely be subject to complaints from consumers. The quality of softened fruits during the harvest period is slightly smaller than that of normal fruits, the skin color is yellow, and the skin is thin. It seems that the fruit surface is smooth and the fruit is soft. Brix in fruit juice is about 30% lower than normal fruit, and acid seems to be about 40% higher. Fruits two months before harvest, which is the coloring period, tend to be late in coloring. Regarding the details of the components in fruit juice, fructose, glucose, and sucrose that make up sugar are all low, and sucrose, which is the main sugar, is about 70% lower. In addition, the content of almost all amino acids composed is low, and the total amount of all amino acids seems to be about 30% lower. The incidence rate by fruit set site is particularly high in the inside, and it seems that it is estimated to be about 12%. The incidence of other parts is 1 to 4%, and it seems to be about 3% on average. In the fruit of softening disease, the photosynthetic product made from the leaves did not transfer from the fruit stalk (fruit axis) to the fruit by the experiment using the stable isotope of carbon, and the phloem (fruit axis) by microscopic observation. It has been confirmed that callose (β-1, 3-glucan), which is a kind of polysaccharide, is accumulated in the phloem in the fruit stalk). It seems that callose blocks the phloem and inhibits the translocation of photosynthetic products to the fruit, leading to quality deterioration. It seems that the methods to prevent the shipment of softened fruits are to remove the inner fruits as much as possible at the time of fruit picking and to pick small fruits that are late in coloring during the coloring period about 2 months before harvesting. In addition, it seems that fruits that are slightly softened by small balls that are yellowish compared to fruits with a normal appearance are excluded at the time of harvesting or home sorting. If a joint fruit sorting plant with an optical sensor is available, it seems effective to eliminate fruits with low sugar content. Consumers should choose a uniform color, a smooth surface, a glossy surface, and a bluish tint on the calyx. Also, the ones that feel heavy when you hold them are delicious with a lot of juice. The shape may be more delicious if it is flat than if it is tall. JA is a nickname for agricultural cooperatives. The symbol mark is a design that combines the green alphabets J and A, and seems to represent the image of a solid earth and a bond between people. JA is a cooperative organized for the purpose of protecting and enhancing farmers' farming and livelihoods and building a better society in the spirit of mutual aid (the spirit of people's solidarity and mutual help). It is an organization established by gathering people (union members) and sharing money (investment). JA provides agricultural management / technical guidance and lifestyle advice, as well as joint purchase of production materials / living materials, joint sales of agricultural and livestock products, acceptance of savings, lending of agricultural production funds and living funds, and necessary for agricultural production and living. It seems that they are engaged in various businesses and activities such as setting up shared facilities and mutual aid in case of emergency. Furthermore, it seems that they are engaged in activities to strengthen ties with the local community, such as welfare activities for the elderly, farming experience learning for children, and farmer's markets. It seems that JA's membership qualifications include regular members (farmers) and associate members. For this reason, I heard that even non-farmers can obtain membership qualifications as associate members and use various businesses if they pay the investment according to the enrollment procedure stipulated by each JA. The citrus fruits that bloom and bear fruit in the steep hills of the warm southwestern Shikoku, where typhoons hit, are the result of strong family farming. The goal of the mechanism to support it was the postwar specialized agricultural cooperative. Tangor Norin No. 8 (citrus fatty mikan), which consumers love and never stop, is on the market from December to April, but its peak is from February to March. The most popular ones are around March, and until around February, house-grown ones are often found in the market. The rich and juicy taste and the scent of fresh orange stimulate the five sense organs peculiar to human beings and attract fans. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Statistics, 14 major fruit trees produced in Japan are surveyed. There is In addition, citrus fruits with medium late-ripening citrus (including e.g. pomelo: Setoka mandarin orange) added to this Unshu mandarin are famous as the best domestic fruit trees in Japan. In addition, it is one of the top class in Japan in terms of many factors such as the yield of citrus fruits, the number of varieties, and the amount of output, and it has a system that can supply high quality fruits throughout the year, so it surpasses other prefectures in its comprehensive strength. It is a “citrus kingdom”. The pericarp is soft and can be easily peeled by hand. The endothelium is also soft. Moreover, there are few seeds. There is little worry of accidentally swallowing seeds, so you can enjoy it regardless of age or gender. It would be even better to make a smile cut (cut into eight) peculiar to citrus fruits. Put a knife horizontally on the setoka mandarin orange, cut it in half, and then divide each into four equal parts. The cut part is easy to peel, so please peel it off and enjoy yourself. In March 2022, fruit farming in Ehime Prefecture will take advantage of the warm climate conditions blessed with plenty of sunshine hours. Cultivation of deciduous fruit trees is a key industry that accounts for about 40% of the prefecture's total agricultural output. In particular, citrus fruits have received high praise from all over the world as "Ehime, the Kingdom of Citrus Fruits" due to the stable supply of citrus fruits, the expansion of production of original varieties of this prefecture, and the establishment of a year-round supply system. However, many of the orchards in the prefecture are located on steep slopes, making it difficult to expand their scale. has become a serious problem, and it seems that the maintenance of tree lands has become an issue, such as the expansion of dilapidated farmland, mainly in steep sloping lands, and the damage caused by birds and animals. Moreover, in recent years, large-scale natural disasters have frequently occurred all over the country, and the risk of disaster occurrence is increasing. In the prefecture, heavy rains in western Japan in July 2018 (from June 28th to around July 8th, due to the influence of the front and Typhoon No. 7, it was a record-breaking heavy rain over a wide area, mainly in western Japan. It seems that the amount of precipitation during the period exceeded 1,800 mm in some places.In particular, from July 6 to 8, heavy rain special warnings were issued for 11 prefectures in Kyushu, Shikoku, Chugoku, Kinki, and Tokai regions. Simultaneous flooding and landslides caused by river flooding occurred at the same time, and the damage to houses was extensive, with nearly 50,000 houses damaged or flooded, and 245 people died or went missing. It was the worst storm and flood damage since the Heisei era. In addition, villages were isolated due to road collapses, and lifelines were cut off due to blackouts and water outages, which had a great impact on people's lives. , Okayama Prefecture, Hiroshima Prefecture, and Ehime Prefecture suffered the most damage. Of these, 51 people died in the Oda River Basin in Mabi Town, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, where the expected flooding area shown on the hazard map and the actual flooding area were different.), causing extensive damage such as the collapse of the garden, and it seems that it is necessary to further promote countermeasures against natural disasters in the future. Furthermore, as imports are expected to expand due to the reduction or elimination of tariffs due to the entry into force of TPP11 and the Japan-U.S. Trade Agreement, it is necessary to strengthen competitiveness by expanding varieties with high market ratings and ensuring high-quality production. In addition, it seems that it is necessary to respond to the diversification and sophistication of consumer needs in light of the further progress of aging and the progress of externalization and simplification of meals due to lifestyle changes. Especially from his 20s to his 40s, his intake is low, and since the intake is decreasing in all generations, it seems necessary to promote efforts to expand consumption. At the same time, as the domestic market shrinks due to the full-scale population decline, in order to expand exports, it is necessary to respond to residue standards and plant quarantines in export destination countries and regions, and to increase production volume to meet export expansion. It is necessary to secure In addition, it is necessary to firmly respond to concerns about the impact of the spread of epidemics on economic activity. In order to respond to these issues, in terms of production, we will promote recovery from heavy rain disasters by promoting the development of disaster-resistant infrastructure, rejuvenating excellent gardens and strengthening production infrastructure, securing and training farmers, and utilizing external labor during the busy farming season. In addition, we will strengthen production capacity by maintaining and strengthening the production area through labor saving, and in terms of distribution and sales, we will develop facilities to improve quality, introduce a wide-area fruit sorting system, reorganize facilities, etc. In addition to strengthening price formation power, it seems necessary to work on multi-channel sales including export expansion.




“Food” is an indispensable part of life. Since its opening in March 2006, "Shu-chan Hiroba" is one of the largest direct sales outlets in Shikoku. It seems that I have been aiming for a local shop. With the cooperation of local residents, there were about 450 shippers when the store first opened, but now there are 1,034 shippers (as of the end of February 2013). In addition, in cooperation with local companies, we are promoting local production for local consumption by providing processed products (ice cream, dressing, etc.) using raw materials from Shuso. Currently, they are holding various events such as a scarecrow contest and a harvest festival, but they seem to be thinking of events to get as many people as possible to think about Japanese agriculture and get interested in agriculture.

Saturday, November 16, 2024

Muroto, Kiragawa (first selected as a national important traditional buildings preservation district in Kochi Prefecture), Aki-Nahari: Kochi has two crops a year, and sweet potatoes can be harvested in the summer. It is called early summer moat. There is a common misunderstanding, but summer potatoes and autumn potatoes have a slightly different taste and are different

At Harimaya Bridge in Kochi, Tosa, I saw a monk buying a hairpin. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, let me show you Mimase, opening up Urado, a famous spot to see the moon is Katsurahama. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, it's a shame to say this, in Oranku Pond, the tide is blowing and the fish swimming are better. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, Tosa is a good country, receiving from the south, the Satsuma winds are gently blowing. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, my lover is off the coast of Urado, dejected in the rain, getting wet and fishing for bonito. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, Yosakoi, they say come in the evening, but when you come, it's not true. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, Tatsukushi in the west, Muroto in the east. The famous spot in the middle is Katsurahama Beach. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, if you wish for it to come true, make a wish. The sacred peak of Yasuda is fast. Yosakoi, Yosakoi, I wait for the night wondering if it will come. Moonlit Tanezaki, Matsubakari, Yosakoi, Yosakoi, Tosa specialties, coral and whales, paper and raw silk, dried bonito flakes, Yosakoi, Yosakoi(夜更来)

【Product name】

Kintoki SAKATA sweet potato ≒ Please come this evening (よさこい金時)

【Type】

Ipomoea batatas L. Lam.

【Wholesale location, Production location】

Kochi Prefecture

【Origin of name】

A word that changed the old word “Welcome at night”. Or, it is an abbreviation for Yosakoi-section, a folk song of Kochi prefecture, and Yosakoi festival of the same prefecture. In addition, it seems to refer to Kintoki Sakata from the names of festivals, events, and dances in various places that incorporate the format of the Yosakoi Festival in Kochi Prefecture. Kintoki's childhood name is KINTARO. He always has a red face, so it seems that he started to compare red things to Kintoki. Yorimitsu-Ko Worshiped as one of the four heavenly kings, did you establish a position to be regarded as a "HUMAN" in the wake of the encounter with Minamoto no Yorimitsu?

【Main features】

The new summer sweet potatoes are clearly different from the autumn sweet potatoes. Early summer digging New Kintoki sweet potatoes began to be planted in two crops a year in February, and "crop production using tunnels cultivation (cultivation method in which the cultivation ridges are covered in a tunnel shape with vinyl or polyethylene film or non-woven fabric, etc.) It seems that it may be used as a tunnel. For crops with high plant height, the covering period is about one month, and after that, the cultivation is continued. Although the material cost is low, the open-field tunnel cultivation seems to be susceptible to strong wind damage. When tunneling with a non-breathable film such as agricultural vinyl or polyethylene for the purpose of heat retention, it is the same as greenhouse cultivation in that the crop body is covered with the film, but the internal space is smaller than the greenhouse, so the sun The temperature rises and falls sharply both during and at night. Therefore, temperature control during cultivation, mainly ventilation work, is important, and hem ventilation is performed according to the type and growth stage of the crop, and non-woven fabric is drilled. When the tunnel is covered with a breathable material, the internal temperature rise during the day is small, but ventilation work is almost unnecessary.) Since it has a lot of water, it has the characteristic that the skin is soft and the nutrients are high when turned inside out, and many fans call it "Tosabeni Sweet Potato" and value it. Kochi Prefecture, located in the southern part of Shikoku, has a total area of about 7,105 km2 (18th in Japan), of which forests occupy about 84% (1st in Japan). It is blessed with the Pacific Ocean where the Kuroshio Current is washed to the south, the Shikoku Mountains with mountains to the north, the blue sea and the greenery of the mountains and abundant nature. The average annual temperature is 17.7 ° C, which is warm and warm in winter in the plains, but the cold in winter is severe in the mountains and snow may accumulate. The annual sunshine time is 2,034 hours, which is the highest in the country, and the annual rainfall is 3,213 mm, which is the highest in the country. (2006) In the prefecture, highly profitable facility horticultural agriculture (vegetable, fruit tree, flower house cultivation) that takes advantage of the warm and sunny climatic conditions is developing, and it is one of the best facility horticultural production areas in Japan that everyone knows. It has become. In the plains, early cultivation of paddy rice and institutional horticulture centered on vegetables are flourishing due to the blessings of the sun and rain. On the other hand, in the mountainous areas, characteristic vegetables, fruit trees, tea and beef cattle (Tosa brown cattle) are produced in cool weather conditions, and agriculture that takes advantage of the characteristics of each region is developing. Among horticulture, agricultural products such as japanese ginger, eggplant, shishito green pepper, ginger, gynmight, yuzu, and glorisa boast the largest share in the country, and in addition, cucumbers, peppers, okra, small onions, arels melon, fruit tomatoes, lilies, and bundan. Etc. are horticultural items that represent the prefecture. The above major agricultural products such as vegetables and fruits are mainly collected by the Kochi Prefectural Horticultural Agricultural Cooperative Association and shipped and sold to large consumption areas such as Tokyo and Osaka. We have established a brand as a production center for vegetables and fruits. In addition, as mentioned earlier, in recent years, an increasing number of farmers are engaged in environmentally friendly agriculture, such as pesticide-reducing cultivation and organic cultivation using insects, which are natural enemies of pests. The origin of sweet potatoes is presumed to be tropical America, centered on Mexico. It seems that there are various wild plants of the morning glories family to which sweet potatoes belong in this area, but Japanese researchers have conducted research based on morphology, genetic properties, number of chromosomes, etc., and Trifida (Ipomea trifida G. Don) It has been clarified that the plant species. Is an ancestral species. This is a perennial herb that forms lump roots underground and propagates vegetatively. The vine grows, and many cover the surface of the earth. It blooms well in the tropics, and the morning glory-like hard seeds are borne in the scabbard. He prefers warm, well-drained soil. Ipomea trifida G. Don. Has mutated and crossed with other wild species over a long period of time to produce many mutations, and it was artificially selected from among them to give birth to the present sweet potato. It is speculated. And now, sweet potato cultivation has spread all over the world, extending from most of the tropics and subtropics to temperate regions. It is believed that there are several types of sweet potato transmission routes, but it is said that they were already transmitted from South America to Polynesia by sea around 1000 BC. According to records, it was transmitted to India, then to Malay, Indonesia, and the Philippines in the 16th century, and to Fujian Province in China in 1584. It is said that Japan first entered Miyakojima in 1597. Ryukyu began to be cultivated in 1605 from Fukuken, and after 1609 it was transmitted to Satsuma under the control of Satsuma, and it is said that it was cultivated mainly in the Kyushu region. Due to the repeated famines from the beginning to the middle of the Edo period, it attracted attention as a famine crop and spread widely throughout the country, mainly in the warm southwestern regions. An old book called "Banshoko: Published in 1735(Describes the cultivation method and storage method of sweet potatoes as a salvage crop.)" records the cultivation method that Konyo-Ko introduced to the Kanto region in the middle of the Edo period. At first, I don't know how to do it, so it seems that the potatoes were cut and planted like yams. However, with this method of production, there was a lot of rot and there was a shortage of plants, and the yield did not increase, so it seems that the seedlings were transplanted and cultivated as they are today. In the latter half of the Edo period, it seems that seedlings had already been cultivated in the nursery, and fertilization ridges, seedling collection, seedling cutting, and storage were being carried out. Japanese sweet potato cultivation first place monument : It takes 7 minutes by car from Nishinoomote city area in Kagoshima prefecture to Nakatane on Route 58. It is erected on the left side of the Shimonishi farm road entrance on the Ishidera coast. In the cultivation of sweet potatoes, Konyo-Ko was famous for succeeding in cultivating sweet potatoes at the behest of Yoshimune Tokugawa and spreading nationwide, but before he succeeded, sweet potatoes were cultivated early on Tanegashima. The person who succeeded in cultivating the sweet potato is Kyuzaemon Ose at Shimoishidera, Nishinoomote City (famous for Karaimo Shrine). The 19th island owner, Hisamoto Tanegashima (Seirin), obtained sweet potatoes from King Ryukyu in 1698. He ordered his vassals to study the cultivation method, and the vassals had Kyuzemon of Shimoishiji make a prototype, and while trial and error continued, he finally succeeded in cultivation. Then, Koya, who was said to be a potato god, was born in 1698, spreading to the Satsuma domain and succeeding in cultivation in Yamakawa seven years later. Seirin Shrine thanked the 19th generation Shimashu Hisamoto (issued by Seirin) for the great achievement of sweet potato cultivation by Matsujuin (23rd generation islands leader Hisamichi) in 1863, and passed on the achievements to posterity. Seirin Shrine was built at the shooting site of Hongenji Temple (currently under the city hall, at the branch office chief's office). After that, it was relocated to the plateau of the worship tower under the present Hongenji Temple and continues to the present day. The view is good and there are many worshipers here. By the way, Hisamoto devoted himself to feudal affairs and island affairs as the name of the feudal lord and father even before he became the head of state of Estonia and the island lord. He was the owner of reputation island chief, who was better than his father. He also invited sweet potato cultivation for the first time when he actively promoted the promotion of industry. In other words, when I investigated the situation in Ryukyu, I learned that sweet potatoes are easy to cultivate and have a lot of harvest, and that they are delicious. Succeeded in planting this at Kyuzaemon in Shimoishidera, Nishinoomote City. In 1705, seven years later than this, Riemon Maeda also obtained sweet potatoes from Ryukyu and reported them to his hometown mountain river. Immediately after that, the number of disasters in Kyoho was less than others. As a result, I did not forget to thank Seirin Shrine, which enshrines Kuki, and sweet potatoes in front of the graves of Kyuzaemon at the time of harvest. Therefore, Japan's first sweet potato cultivation was carried out at Shimoishidera, Nishinoomote City, Tanegashima. In front of the monument, there is a guide board so that you can see the graveyard of Kyuzaemon. Cemetery of Kyuzaemon Ose: Shimoishidera, Shimonihi, Nishinoomote City, Kagoshima Prefecture. In front of the grave, there is a graveyard of Kyuzaemon, which is a little before the Shimoishiji public hall, which is 180 m east of the “Japanese sweet potato cultivation first place monument” along National Highway No. 58. In front of the graveyard, there is a guide panel with detailed explanations about sweet potato cultivation. The graveyard was built to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Nishinoomote City, and it is said that Mr. and Mrs. Kyuzaemon are enshrined in the graveyard. And the large potatoes harvested that year are offered in front of the grave. In addition, every year in Nishinoomote City, the event business of “Sweet Potato Festa” is held in November. Before the “Sweet Potato Festa,” the Ose family, who are descendants, are presenting the potatoes harvested that year to Mayor Nishinoomote. It seems that Tanegashima still treats sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) as an important agricultural product. Tanegashima is famous for the introduction of guns and the Tanegashima Space Center, but as mentioned earlier, it is also the place where sweet potatoes were first cultivated in Japan. Naruto Kintoki is famous for Kintoki sweet potatoes, but Naruto Kintoki is also a brand limited to the production area of “Kokei No. 14 sweet potatoes” born in Kochi. This product is the same high-grade No. 14 variety as Naruto Kintoki sweet potato, and is called by various brand names in Kochi, such as Nishiyama Kintoki sweet potato, "Yosakoi Kintoki sweet potato'', and Tosa Kintoki sweet potato, depending on the production area. The finest is said to be sweet-tasting old potatoes that have been aged by laying them clean, but new potatoes are inferior in sweetness, but because of the deliciousness of the skin and the low sugar content, they are hard to burn, so they are baked and fried (Daigaku-imo). It is very suitable for sweet potato kenpi, fried food, grilled iron plate, etc.). Basically, sweet potatoes become sweet when left to stand for 1-2 months. It seems that the new potatoes are laid down a little at the time of shipment, but for perfection, if they are laid down in a cool and well-ventilated place, the moisture tends to fly off and the sweet potatoes tend to become sweeter. “Transition of sweet potato breeding test site” : The sweet potato breeding business was significantly modified in 1937, and a seedling selection business for sweet potatoes was added to the Kyushu Wheat Test Site of the Agricultural Experiment Station. Is said to have been installed. The purpose of the munitions was to fly the Zero Fighter with bioethanol produced from sweet potatoes. That year, Masatoshi Onoda, who was transferred from the Wheat Designated Test Site (Chiba), was appointed as the first chief of Chiba. This test site became the Agricultural Improvement Laboratory in 1947, the Agricultural Experiment Station in 1951, and the Agricultural Research Center Sweet Breeding Laboratory (currently the Institute of Crop Science Edible Sweet potato Team), the first generation. The laboratory manager will be Mr. Masatoshi Onoda (resident 1937-67). During his 30-year tenure from 1937 to 1967, Masatoshi Onoda was No. 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10, Kuroshirazu (N11), Chihaya (N12), Shirosengan (N13), Okimasari (N14), and Kurimasari (N14). It is said that 13 varieties of(N21), Tamayutaka (N22), and Konasengan (N27) were cultivated. The last 30 years were the Sino-Japanese War and the subsequent Pacific War. Mr. Onoda is a lieutenant in the Army Railroad Regiment at the time of drafting. Although he was retired, there remains a question as to whether Onoda, who was 31-39 years old at the time, had not been convened or set sail. Regarding this, Takemata, a former subordinate, heard from him (former Professor Isao Tarumoto of Osaka Prefecture University Graduate School: he was assigned to a test site in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture (1986-92)). However, after receiving an application from the Chiba Prefectural Office that it was “difficult to replace other people,” he was exempted from military service after joining the army for one day. His ex-subordinates have commented that his serious and strict temperament, which is all about breeding, is related not only to his birth in Kokura, Kyushu (1900), but also to his career exempted from military service. He is 94 years old (born 1906 to died 2000).


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This specially made sweet potato is characterized by a bright red color and a slightly sweet scent peculiar to potatoes. It is a discerning gem that was brought up by looking at. Ecosystem cultivation derived from Tosa refers to a method of growing vegetables by reducing the burden on the environment as much as possible without relying on chemically synthesized pesticides as much as possible. It seems that pest control includes predation using insects, which are natural enemies, creating an environment where insects cannot see, and suppressing the outbreak of pests by putting an ultraviolet cut film on them. It seems that the cultivation method recommended by the government is called "specially cultivated agricultural products" and "ecosystem cultivation" is called "eco-vegetables". This excellent sweet potato is cultivated in a greenhouse, covered tunnel (early cultivation), taking advantage of the warm climate of Kochi prefecture. The original variety is said to be "High-class No. 14 sweet potato". It is famous as a sweet potato produced in Kochi prefecture that is suitable for early digging. In 1935 at the Okinawa Prefectural Agricultural Experiment Station, a hybrid seed of "Nancy Hall sweet potato" and "Siamese sweet potato" "High-class No. 14 sweet potato" (medium sprouting, slightly inferior in sprouting number and seedling elongation. The size is medium, the skin is crimson, the meat is yellowish white powder, and the taste is excellent and the appearance is good.) "sweet potato". A variety that has been cultivated for quick digging. Since it is not stored at all, it's shipped as “fresh potatoes” freshly dug. The shipping time is from the end of May to the end of July, which is earlier than other potatoes. , Tendency to hit the market. Since the skin is very thin and the washing and sorting by machine is limited, each one is carefully hand-washed and hand-sorted. Because it is of high quality, it sells a lot. Jalapin, a white liquid nutrient that comes out of the cut end of "sweet potato", can be expected to have the effect of promoting intestinal peristalsis and softening stool (laxative action). It is said that the synergistic effect of dietary fiber and yarapin peculiar to sweet potato is large.

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This excellent sweet potato is prematurely hypertrophied and can be harvested about 100 days after planting, so it seems that tunnel mulch can be used for all cropping types. In addition, it has a relatively high fertilizer resistance, so it is an excellent product that can be cultivated on the site of vegetables. However, it seems that the longer the field stay, the more secondary enlargement progresses and the deeper the grooves become, and the commercial value for fruits and vegetables declines. The shape of sweet potatoes also changes depending on the cultivation conditions, and it seems that they become long in mulch cultivation and tend to be short spindle-shaped (round) when the cultivated soil is shallow or under dry conditions. Since it has good storability, I heard that major production areas have a planned shipping system from early shipment by early digging to curing storage and shipment.

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Taking advantage of the warm climate of Kochi, it is a sweet potato that is cultivated in the open field by tunnel covering as well as green house cultivation, which helps in times of need. While general sweet potatoes are shipped from August to November, Tosabeni sweet potatoes are shipped from late May to mid-July, the earliest in Japan. As the name suggests, this variety is characterized by a bright crimson color and a very thin skin, which further enhances appetite. Therefore, it cannot be cleaned and sorted by machine, and each work is done manually. It seems that it is shipped nationwide as a freshly dug new sweet potato without storing it at all. Unlike other stored potatoes, consumers are very interested in it because they can taste the whole skin.

Friday, November 1, 2024

Halāl is an Arabic word meaning permissible according to Islamic doctrine. For Muslims, or those who have converted to God, it is a guideline for all aspects of life. Not only food, but also actions, behavior, clothing, and everything else is based on what is permitted by God. Halal certification is only displayed on products that have been approved as conforming to Islamic law after examining the raw materials, manufacturing process, and product quality.

rushing recklessly: 一心不乱, 一意専心, 勇往邁進, 直情径行, 暴虎馮河, 匹夫之勇

Juji ISHII: He was the first person to establish an orphanage in Japan and is known as the "father of child welfare." In 1880, he was imprisoned in Kagoshima for 51 days on suspicion of assassinating Minister of the Right, Tomomi Iwakura. During his imprisonment, he was inspired by the story of Takamori SAIGO's reclamation of Yoshino Village, and upon his release, he immediately established the "Gosshi Company" with four friends. They reclaimed the wasteland along the Omaru River in Takanabe Town. Juji, who could not give up his desire to become a doctor, burned his medical books and withdrew from medical school in 1889, following the scripture that "a man cannot serve two masters." At this time, he resolved to dedicate himself to child welfare and education. The same year he burned his medical books, the Constitution of the Empire of Japan was promulgated in Japan. As Japan aimed to become a modern nation, its rapid overstretching created distortions, contradictions, and poverty. As a result, the number of residents at the facility continued to increase. Until then, the facility had been obliged to collect membership fees from supporting members, but it stopped recruiting members because it felt that this was against God's teachings, and it was run by donations. In 1891, the facility rescued 93 children affected by the Nobi earthquake that struck the Nagoya area. In 1892 and 1893, Okayama City experienced major floods for two consecutive years, and the children at the facility were called in to help with flood prevention, rescue, feeding, and cleaning up after the disaster, which earned the gratitude of the townspeople. In 1906, a severe crop failure caused by cold weather in the Tohoku region led to many farmers going bankrupt and being dispersed. The organization began providing relief to the disaster area, sending a total of 825 people to Okayama in six trips for protection. It is said that the number of children in the orphanage that year reached 1,200.



【Product name】

Oh! Miyazaki Zucchini

【Type】

Cucurbita pepo L. 'Melopepo'

【Production area】

Saito City, Miyazaki Prefecture, Nishimera Village, Koyu District (JA Saito, JA Miyazaki Prefecture Economic Federation)

【Origin of name】

Italian "zucca" "zucchini" from a small Miyazaki Pumpkin.

【Main features】

On May 20, 2022, Miyazaki Prefecture was closed to traffic on the national highway in Nakao, a western city where the slope (the slope where the soil was scraped off and the slope where the soil was piled up. The slope on the side of the embankment) collapsed. The regulation of No. 219 (the total distance is 170.5 km, which is a general national road from Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture to Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture) has been lifted. It seems that it will take several weeks to fully recover, but it seems that a certain level of safety has been ensured. The national highway is the main route connecting Saito City and Nishimera Village, and it seems that local medical and tourism officials have expressed relief. Saito Agricultural Cooperative is located in the center of Miyazaki prefecture, and has jurisdiction over Saito City and Nishimera Village. In Saito, which is blessed with abundant water and soil and a warm climate, the plains spread out in the basins of the Hitotsuse, Sanzai, and Mino rivers, and vegetables, fruit trees, and livestock are flourishing. In fruit trees, it is a production center of ripe mangoes known by the brand name of "Taiyo no Tamago". Livestock is also flourishing, and at the National Wagyu Ability Co-Promotion Society held in 2012, the producers in the jurisdiction were born in Saito and shined at the top of the honor award for beef raised in Saito, greatly contributing to the second consecutive victory of Miyazaki Japanese beef Cow in Japan. Miyachiku Co., Ltd. (Omuta, Takasaki Town, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki), which sells Miyazaki beef, has been certified as "Halal" (Nonprofit organization Japan Halal) in accordance with Islamic rules in order to expand exports of beef produced in Miyazaki Prefecture. When exporting as a halal certified product to legally operated countries by the association (Karita, Sumiyoshi Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture), it is issued by a domestic certification body officially approved by the halal certification body of the exporting country. Halal certification is required. Others are not recognized as halal certification products. The association's halal certification is mutually approved by the halal certification bodies of Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and Gulf countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, etc.). Halal certification audits conducted by the Association are conducted in accordance with the standards set by each institution. Therefore, it is effective when exporting as Halal certified products to those countries. Other non-Islamic and Islamic areas It seems that the halal certification system is not legally operated and it is basically unnecessary for the state to approve the certification body. It is necessary to obtain GSO2055-2 certification from the Gulf Countries Certification Body (GAC) and audit for GSO. UAE Approval Body (ESMA) Halal Certification Body Accreditation, GSO Audit Required. Malaysian Government Halal Certification Body (JAKIM) Mutual Approval. Indonesia Indonesia Urama Council (MUI) Mutual Approval. Singapore Islamic Council (MUIS) Obtained mutual approval. Obtained mutual approval from the Central Islamic Organization of Thailand (CICOT). Obtained mutual approval from the Taiwan Seishin Industrial Quality Assurance Association (THIDA). Obtained mutual approval. It seems that it will be built in April 2024. Miyachiku Co., Ltd. also invests and accepts a wide range of prefectural beef. It seems that it aims to reduce costs and improve quality by expanding sales channels to Muslims in Japan and abroad, which were almost undeveloped, and performing everything from production to processing within the prefecture. In addition, the view of the Japan Halal Business Association is that when looking at exports from Japan, the cost is high and attractive to the partner market, considering the halal certification cost at the time of manufacturing, HACCP compliance, labor costs, transportation costs, etc. can not see. Many companies tend to think about sales channels after making products, and mismatches in the halal business market occur and end up halfway. Although there are Japanese original products and raw materials, it is difficult to expand the scale. Logistics costs will be high and exports in small lots will be less competitive. In Japan's food industry, the domestic market is maturing and the market size will shrink in the future. For food and raw material manufacturers and food service companies, developing the Asian market is the key to growth. As for vegetables, winter and spring peppers are one of the leading production areas in Japan, and Saito peppers are mainly cultivated in a greenhouse forcibly molded, and the main shipping time is from October to June of the following year. In addition, it seems that facility horticulture such as green pepper, which is a medium-sized color with vivid red, yellow, and orange, and outdoor vegetables such as bitter melon are being actively produced. In addition, sweet corn has the largest acreage in Miyazaki prefecture, and seems to be positioned as one of the leading early production areas not only in the prefecture but also in the whole country. Within the JA jurisdiction, complex management such as early paddy rice, institutional horticulture, open-field vegetables, and livestock is being carried out, but it seems that it occupies one of them. I heard that sweet corn cultivation in the JA jurisdiction began in 1963 when Mr. Tahara, a producer in the Tonokoori Nagasono district, worked on open-field cultivation in a field of 5 ares. At that time, its sweetness was well received, and it seems that it was sold at a high price of 10 yen per bottle at the producer's take-home price. Since then, several producers have expanded the planted area mainly in the Nagasono area and have been cultivated in paddy fields, so it is considered to be a promising crop for conversion, and both the producer and the planted area seem to have increased sharply. In 1972, the JA Saito Sweet Corn Subcommittee, a producer subcommittee under the JA jurisdiction, was established. Since the establishment of the subcommittee, the number of members and acreage has increased, and it seems that the price has continued to be sluggish due to the rapid increase in shipment volume due to the concentration of harvest time. Therefore, as countermeasures against these, cherry tomatoes are to be tackled for early evolution cultivation that makes use of the warm and sunny winter and spring weather conditions peculiar to the southwestern warm regions, and to equalize the harvest time, early evolution and disperse the labor force. It seems that they have actively promoted cultivation and tunnel cultivation, established cultivation techniques for each type of crop, and built an advanced and exemplary production area system while applying diligent application. Now, by making full use of green house cultivation, mini greenhouse cultivation, tunnel (large and small), and open field cultivation, the seeding period is staggered, and the shipping period is from May to June, especially the peak is May. It seems to be from the middle to the beginning of June. The main shipping destinations are Tokyo, followed by Nagoya and Osaka, and it seems that they are widely shipped to Tohoku and Hokuriku. It seems that they are also working to expand consumption in the region, such as holding sales promotion events at the JA's direct sales office and providing school meals at local elementary schools. In addition, in order to understand consumer needs, an exhibition field was set up by the Saito Sweet Corn Subcommittee, and each year, various tests were conducted according to demand, information was collected, production area inspections and sales promotion activities were conducted for sales promotion, and cultivation techniques were acquired. It seems that they are continuing to focus on sales, such as developing new markets. At the start of shipment every year, we hold a meeting to unify the standards among producers, and producers go around the fields every day to ship high-quality and timeless sweet corn. It seems. The quality of sweet corn deteriorates quickly, so it seems that they are especially careful to maintain freshness. Producers are highly conscious of consumer needs, and in order to meet demand inside and outside the prefecture, producers harvest from around 1 to 2 am, sort and box the fruits, and in the morning of the day. It seems that they are working in the busy busyness of shipping. Also, in recent years, it seems that they are trying to reduce material costs by using returnable containers that can be used repeatedly for shipping and transportation. In addition, although mulch is cultivated, the use of biodegradable mulch that can be reduced to soil is expanding from polyethylene mulch, and it seems that they are constantly striving to save labor and create an environment-friendly production area. On the other hand, at the cultivation site, in addition to the outbreak of difficult-to-control pests of aphids and corn, damage to birds and beasts such as crows, corn, and raccoon dogs, there are many problems of meteorological disasters such as frost damage in winter and gusts in early spring. Regarding, it seems that the Miyazaki Agricultural Mutual Aid Association is trying to maintain the production area by joining the sweet corn agricultural mutual aid. In 2022, the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the JA Saito Sweet Corn Subcommittee will be celebrated, so it seems that a total of 300 people, including related organizations, are planning to hold a celebration. Saito City is about 40 minutes by car from downtown Miyazaki and about 50 minutes from Miyazaki Airport. Once prospered as the capital of ancient Hinata, many folklore sites appearing in "Kojiki" and "Nihonshoki" remain in the city, and the Saitobaru Burial Mounds, a national special historic site where more than 300 ancient burial mounds, which are the largest in Japan, are gathered. It is a town full of historical romance. In addition, the Saitobaru Plateau is famous as one of the leading tourist destinations in the prefecture, with 2,000 cherry blossoms and about 300,000 rape blossoms in spring and about 3 million cosmos in autumn. Nishimera Village, Koyu District is the smallest municipality in Miyazaki prefecture. 96% of the area is a mountainous area of forest, facing the 1,000-meter-class Mt. Ichifusa, Mt. Ishidou, and Mt. Tenho(Merasanzan) . The great municipal mergers of the Heisei era; series of large-scale municipal mergers carried out between 1995 and 2010 under the temporary Special Mergers Law "Meeting" was established. However, when the village conducted a merger intention questionnaire to the villagers, it seems that it is better not to merge, but it has reached about 80%. In response to this, the village seems to have decided to go on the path of independence. On February 9, 2021, the JA Saito Zucchini Subcommittee received the Governor's Award and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Kyushu Regional Agricultural Administration Bureau Award at the "2020 Miyazaki Prefecture Agricultural and Horticultural Special Products Comprehensive Award". An award ceremony is held in Miyazaki City every year, but a certificate of commendation is given at the house of Chairman Miura of the subcommittee to prevent new coronavirus infections. In 2014, the Zucchini Study Group was established, and the following year, in 2015, the group was established. At the beginning of cultivation around 1982, it was cultivated by the ground crawling method, but there are problems such as scratches on the fruits, so it seems that it has been carried out by the lifting method since around 1989. Then, the coloring improved, and it seems that it led to the improvement of quality and the increase of yield. Compared to other crops, zucchini has a lower cost and is easier to cultivate, so the number of members has increased year by year, and it seems that 110 producers belonged to the group by last year. In addition, it seems that the subcommittee has been cooperating with vegetable sommeliers for several years to carry out PR activities through food education activities for elementary and junior high schools in the city, sales promotion outside the prefecture, and fairs. It seems that the award was given in recognition of its active efforts to create production areas in such areas. Chairman Miurabe has strongly stated that he would like to continue to actively introduce new dishes and promote sales in order to raise the name of Zucchini. We are also looking forward to it, and we are full of feelings of fighting spirit. By March 18, 2022, the JA will be grateful to healthcare professionals who are responding to the spread of the new coronavirus while in a pandemic. 700 curry lunches using locally produced ingredients are distributed to 20 facilities. Is it because of gratitude and respect for the workers who value the connection and devote themselves to community medicine? It's a great initiative and we can sympathize with it. In addition, the Miyazaki Prefecture Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Expansion Promotion Council aims to promote the production and distribution of fruits and vegetables in the prefecture. Since the inauguration of the consultation in 1979, he has been engaged in various enlightenment projects. It seems that the labor shortage due to the decrease in the number of vegetable sales farmers and the aging of the farmers, the interruption of the inheritance of exemplary farmer techniques, and the increase in costs due to the soaring material prices will continue in the future. In the horticultural sector, the share of agricultural output is gradually declining, which seems to be one of the issues of Miyazaki Prefecture agriculture. In recent years, the total number of farmers and the working population of agriculture seem to be decreasing due to the influence of the declining birth rate and aging population. In addition, the retirement of elderly farmers has led to a decline in agricultural productivity, an increase in the rate of abandoned cultivated land, and a loss of agricultural technology by skilled farmers, leading to weakening and decline of production areas. How to solve the overall decline in vegetable supply is one of the major issues related to vegetable production, processing, and distribution. There seems to be room for full-scale discussion on how effective the introduction of smart agriculture is as one of the solutions. Looking at vegetables in Miyazaki Prefecture, we have established a year-round supply system for fruit vegetables such as cucumbers, green peppers, and tomatoes by promoting production that makes the best use of regional characteristics such as mountainous areas, hilltop fields, and flat coastal areas. , Root vegetables such as burdock, leaf vegetables such as chinase chive and spinach, etc., have been formed throughout the prefecture by taking advantage of conditions such as warm climate, altitude difference, and garlic chives, making it one of the leading vegetable producing areas in Japan. Smart agriculture can be unmanned, labor-saving, scale-up, and productivity-enhancing by introducing cutting-edge technologies such as information and communication technology and robots into the agricultural field, helping to solve the agricultural labor shortage, and using AI. It is said that the skills of skilled farmers may be handed down. On the other hand, smart agriculture has problems such as unfinished machinery and technology and uncertainties about the cost-effectiveness of introduction. The decrease in the number of contractors and the aging of the population are accompanied by the loss of agricultural technology and knowledge, and there is a great concern that the agricultural productivity will decline. However, in order to introduce the latest technology to the production site, it seems that there are many issues such as the guidance system and financial measures, in addition to the preparation status such as the preliminary knowledge and utilization ability of the equipment on the receiving side.



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The JA established the Zucchini Study Group in 2014, and the subcommittee was established in 2015 the following year. At the beginning of cultivation around 1982, it was cultivated by the ground crawling method, but there are problems such as scratches on the fruits, so it seems that it has been carried out by the lifting method since around 1989. Then, the coloring improved, and it seems that it led to the improvement of quality and the increase of yield. Also, compared to other crops, zucchini is cheaper and easier to cultivate, so it seems that the number of members is increasing year by year. Received the Governor's Award and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Kyushu Regional Agricultural Administration Bureau Award at the "Miyazaki Prefecture Agricultural and Horticultural Special Products Comprehensive Award" on February 9, 2021.


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It is a plant of the Cucurbitaceae family, and the immature fruits that have just bloomed are edible. Similar to cucumbers and white melons, but with a light taste and can be used for a variety of dishes. Small young fruits can also be used as flower zucchini. Since it can be produced in a short period of time, it seems to be incorporated into the crop rotation system of fruits and vegetables cultivated in greenhouse. Also, unlike other pumpkins, neither the main stem nor the branches grow, and the flowers arrive from the root of the plant and eventually become fruits. In zucchini, male flowers bloom first, and then female flowers bloom, but it seems that male flowers may bloom well after that depending on the variety.


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Generally, the size on the market is about 15 to 20 cm, and it seems that it actually grows up to about 1 m. You can also eat large-grown ones, and if you slice them into slices and sauté them, the sweetness will increase and they will be very delicious. However, this is not suitable for raw food because it has a lot of fiber and is hard. And although it has a short history in Japan and began to spread around 1980, it is bustling as one of the fashionable and popular vegetables in the vegetable garden.

Monday, October 28, 2024

Ibaraki, Kawachi District / Shida District: Toji Temple (Buddhist priest Kukai, the founder of Shingon Buddhism, was bestowed by the 52nd Emperor Saga in 823: Kyoogokokuji Temple, 796) Yuri Documents (purchased by Kyoto Prefecture in 1967, owned by Kyoto Prefectural Kyoto Studies / Reishakan (Regional History Museum: Former Kyoto Prefectural Library and Archives)) - made up of about 25,000 people from the Middle Ages; Kaga Domain, 5th feudal lord, Maeda Tsunanori; Kokoan - 4th generation of Urasenke, Sensenso Soshitsu - Kappa (Ogawa Usen (You climb the young green hill of Shinobu and look up, the human skin stone is wet with rain), Yoshii Tadashi (Surréalisme, les agriculteurs), Inuda U (Suffering in the earth, hiding, born), Hakuun Nishiyama (The onions in the kitchen long for the soil, the spring rain, the soil and the potato sprouts, the summer grass piled up with soil to create an ant tower), Ryuichi Ikeda (爰ニ其芸術ト其人トヲ敬慕スル者相謀リ居処草汁庵故人愛好の一角此椎林ノ中ニ小碑ヲ建テゝ記念トス, 昭和二十六年十二月), Kansuke Seino, Taikan Yokoyama, Kyoji Hachiyanagi (Divine Soldiers of the Sky), Naoto Nakamura (The Terrified Child, A Woman from Paris))


The EXCELLENT SWIMMER Monument is located in a part of Ushiku City, about 300 meters south of the Iris Garden. It's a very difficult place to find, but there are signs everywhere, so we were able to get there by car without any trouble. The area is close to Ushiku Swamp, but the swamp cannot be seen from the location of the water demon monument, and its lonely appearance surrounded by greenery is an impressive sight. Why not visit it over the holidays?


【Product name】
Ushiku Marriage Melon

【Type】

Cucumis melo L.

【Production area】

KamiOta Town, Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture (JA Suigo Tsukuba, JA Group Ibaraki)

【Origin of name】

In Japan, it means the compatibility of food. Cela signifie "Mariage, conjugality, combinaison". Does it mean that eating is really radiant?

【Main features】

In mid-April 2022, shipments of Ushiku's brand agricultural product "Ushiku Kappa Radish" began. At the "Matching Party" held at the Ushiku Agricultural Economic Center in JA Suigo Tsukuba on April 11, the producers carefully checked whether the shape and color gloss were in line with the freshly washed white japanese white radish. It seems that he has decided. Cultivation of Japanese radish in the city began in 1986, and since 1992 it has been nicknamed "Ushiku Kappa Daikon". The JA radish production subcommittee (34 members) seems to be planting about 20 hectares of spring radish and about 40 hectares of autumn / winter radish. The spring radish is perfect for salads because it has a nice color and is fresh. In 2005, it seems that Japanese white radish was the first radish in the prefecture to be designated as a brand promotion production area in the prefecture. We have created a control standard unique to the subcommittee that reduces the amount of pesticides used, and cultivate safe and secure radish that is particular about the flavor and texture suitable for raw food. In February 2022, the radish production subcommittee established a youth division consisting of 16 young producers in their 20s and 40s, including new farmers. Wide area agricultural cooperative spanning 4 cities(Tsuchiura, Ryugasaki, Ushiku, Kasumigaura), 2 towns(Ami, Tone)and 1 village(Miho). Located in the southern part of Ibaraki Prefecture. Mt. Tsukuba to the north and Kasumigaura to the east, Ushiku Swamp to the west and Tone River to the south. A historic area blessed with water and greenery. Within 45-70 km from Tokyo. The coast of Kasumigaura is a major production area for one of the specialty products(JA), “lotus root”. In addition, it boasts the highest production volume in Japan and is famous. Three large rivers(利根川 / 小貝川 / 桜川)flow through the jurisdiction, rice cultivation is flourishing in the paddy fields of the basin. Agricultural products of fruits and vegetables and flowers that make use of fertile soil are also actively produced. “Tsuchiura City, Ibaraki Prefecture”, Villages have been born and daily lives have been carried out on the rich land brought about by water and greenery. From ancient times, it seems that it has been a rich land blessed with seafood and mountain food. Ruins have been discovered that indicate that people have already lived since the Paleolithic era over 14,000 years ago. More than 50 plateaus such as Mt. Mari, Hitana, Kidamari, Tamura, Okijuku district. In the Jyomon era, Kasumigaura turned into a cove connected to the sea. The invention of earthenware will allow people to cook and store food. Kamitakatsu Kaizuka site(Designated as a national historic site in 1977): Ruins of the late Jomon period 4,000 to 3,000 years ago. The remains of a village where people lived by collecting abundant fish and shellfish, salt, and surrounding animals and plants. Opened on October 17, 1995 as a registered museum “Kamitakatsu-kaizuka Hometown History Square”. It consists of Kamikotsu Kaizuka (4.4 ha), a nationally designated historic site, and the adjacent Archaeological Museum (0.5 ha). In the Yayoi period, rice cultivation using Yatsu began in Tsuchiura. Villages have been found in Kidamari, Shishitsuka, Nagakuni, etc. The large-scale settlement traces found in the Harada archaeological site of Murasakigaoka are one of the largest in the prefecture in the latter half of the Yayoi period. During the Kofun period, the number of archaeological sites found on the plateau increased, and it is believed that the population of the area increased further. Large-scale settlement traces have also been found in Kidaamaridai and Hitanadai. Kisakizuka tumulus, Ozuka tumulus, Mushazuka tumulus, etc. They are jars with baskets on the plateau overlooking Kasumigaura and Sakuragawa. Around this time, Tsuchiura also had a powerful family with the power to join hands with the Yamato administration(From the viewpoint of the formation of the ancient state of Japan, the Miwa Regime can be thought to be the first Yamato Administration.). In the Nara and Heian era, a legal system called Ritsuryo(Centralized government) was established following the Tang Dynasty in China. The whole country is divided into administrative units such as roads, countries, counties, and villages (later townships). Farmers were provided with paddy fields in a fixed area, but instead imposed tax and military service obligations. Hitachi at that time consisted of 11 districts, and the city areas were Ibaraki, Tsukuba, Kawachi, and Shida. The ancient villages that were run by the Tamura and Okijuku site group and the Mt. Karasu ruins are the remains of a powerful settlement during this period. Also, the time when a new culture represented by Buddhism began to spread to rural areas. When the system of decree that started(laws and ordinance system)in the Nara period loosened and the authority of the government was lost, the land was dominated by powerful ones. Armed to protect their land and property, samurai emerged. During the medieval period of Kamakura, the Northern and Southern Dynasties, Muromachi, and the Warring States period, samurai came to power. The samurai, who were only vassals of the aristocrats, gradually overwhelmed the aristocrats who were their masters. Mr. Oda was one of the samurai who was active throughout the Middle Ages in the southern part of Hitachi Province. During the Kamakura period, he extended his power on behalf of Mr. Daijyo. During the Northern and Southern Dynasties(Nanboku-cho period, Northern and Southern dynasties, Southern and Northern Dynasties (Vietnam)), it became the core of the Southern Court of Hitachi Province. In the Warring States period, he gradually lost his territory in the conflict with Mr. Satake in the north. During the Tensho era, he went down to the army gate and lost his territory. The Middle Ages was also a period of war, and people believed in Buddhism because of social unrest, and Buddhism dominated the culture. Even in tsuchiura, Buddhism prospered under the protection of Mr. Oda and Mr. Suganoya, a subordinate person. Remnants still remain in Daishoji-Temple and Hannyaji-Temple. It was in the Middle Ages that place names first appeared in historical materials. Tsuchiura and its surrounding area at that time: It was included in the villa of Toji(Hyakugo Monjyo-24067)によって, 3か条が知られる. Although the accurate provisions are unknown, three Articles are known from the ancient documents handed down in Toji Temple (“Toji Hyakugo Monjyo” 100 case documents of the Toji Temple). It's collection of ancient documents includes the 'Toji Hyakugo Monjo Document,' a National Treasure, which had been handed down at Toji Temple (also known as Kyogokokuji Temple) that is associated with Kukai, a well-known Buddhist priest, in Minami Ward of Kyoto City, and 'Ancient documents and books of Kanchiin Temple' that had been handed down at Kanchiin Temple, a sub temple of Toji Temple, and 'Kawashimake Bunsho' (the Kawashima family documents), which are both designated as Important Cultural Properties-Ketsugetsujou: Kyoto) called Shintaso. Land and water transportation base where people and things come and go: For about 260 years after Ieyasu Tokugawa opened the shogunate in Edo in 1603, there was no battle with foreign countries or civil war. It is said that Mr. Tsuchiya ruled the Tsuchiura region for the longest time as a feudal lord. The second generation Masanao has served four generals since Tsunayoshi Tokugawa, and has been in office for more than 30 years. It owns 95,000 koku of rice, including excursions in the Kansai and Tohoku regions. It was also during this period that the lord of the Shogunate developed a transportation network. In 1604, the Mito Kaido connecting Edo and Mito(The roads which ran from Edo to Sendai along the Pacific coast were called 'Rikuzenhama-kaido Road,' and among them the one which ran to Mito City, where one of three privileged branches of Tokugawa family was located, was occasionally called ‘Mito-kaido Road.’)was passed through the town of Tsuchiura. A waterway that enters the Tone River via Kasumigaura and Kitaura and leads to Edo Bay is also formed. A ship loaded with annual tribute rice, soy sauce, oil, wood, etc. sails 53 ri (About 212 km) for about two nights and three days. Commerce has developed, and there are headquarters, travel baskets, wholesalers, and many merchants lined up in the town. Along with Noda and Choshi, it was famous as a soy sauce producing area. Against the background of economic affluence, the common people become the bearers of culture. Education through terakoya(A temple school)has become widespread, creating a climate where not only public houses and samurai but also ordinary people can enjoy culture. Minaka Irokawa or Bokusen Numajiri: Many excellent scholars and writers are active. Clan school, Ikubun building, 1799. Understructure was built and developed in the Edo period. Supported by the development of industry, it is famous as the second largest city in Hitachi after Mito. The years that have continued to develop as a commercial city are proof of people who lived in the times with dreams. From the Meiji era to the Showa era, Japan was forced to change and progress in the midst of the great trends of the world. With the Meiji Restoration, the political system has changed significantly. 1871: Haihan-chiken (the feudal domain system was abolished and the prefectural system was introduced.). Became Tsuchiura Prefecture, and became part of Niihari Prefecture due to the consolidation of prefectures. April 1, 1889: The act of the City, town, and village was carried out. The towns and villages that will shape the current Tsuchiura City are born. In 1896, the railroad opened from Tsuchiura to Tabata(Tokyo). The education system has also changed, and the school system was promulgated in 1872. The current Tsuchiura school was opened in 1873 in the town. Entering the Showa era, Japan eventually went to war. Yokaren(in the old Japanese navy, an apprentice pilots)etc. opened. Tsuchiura Town and Manabe Town merged in 1940, the year before the Pacific War began. It has always played a role as a central city in the southern part of Ibaraki prefecture. “Make rapid progress”. Adjacent to Tsukuba Scientific City. Making lotus roots that only you can make in Japan's number one production area: “Ikeshima(池島)lotus root”. It rains a lot all year round, and there is no big difference in annual precipitation even during the driest season. It is relatively warm and is blessed with abundant nature such as Kasumigaura and the greenery that connects to Mt. Tsukuba. It combines topography, meteorological conditions, the development of transportation networks, and the favorable location conditions of being close to the metropolitan area's large consumption areas. Lotus root (Ibaraki Prefecture brand production area designation): No. 1 in national production (about 500 ha acreage); Around kasumigaura, which is blessed with abundant water and low humidity, it has been cultivated for more than 50 years as Japan's number one Lotus root producing area. In recent years, large-scale greenhouses have become widespread and varieties have been improved, and a system for cultivating high-quality lotus roots is in place throughout the year. For harvesting, we use “water digging” to remove the surrounding soil with water pressure so as not to damage the lotus root and make the lotus root stand out. It is said that the natural conditions of fertile soil and high water temperature grow delicious agricultural products. When you cut it into round slices, the round cavities are lined up and you can see the other side well, so you eat with the auspices that "the future is good". If I had to choose, I receive lotus roots from the same area every year. In addition to kidney beans ('ingenmame' in Japanese), which became named after Yinyuan, moso bamboo, watermelon and lotus root are also said to have been brought to Japan by Yinyuan(Shinku Daishi Ingen (1592-1673) : Founder of Japanese Obaku Sect and was from China). ‘Imaizumi’, 土浦市遺跡調査会 1997 『土浦市今泉霊園拡張工事事業地内埋蔵文化財調査報告書 : 根鹿北遺跡 / 栗山窯跡発掘調査報告書』土浦市教育委員会, Nejika-kita Remains - 集落, 弥生時代, 竪穴住居, 土師器(後期後半), 台地上に“28軒”の竪穴住居跡が確認. 古墳時代, 竪穴住居, 古墳3, 土師器, 鉄製品, 住居内からは, 炭化物: 焼土が出土.平安時代, 竪穴住居, 掘立柱建物, 粘土採掘坑, 土坑, 土師器, 須恵器, 瓦塔, 瓦堂, 墨書土器,鉄鉢形土器, 鉄製品, 土製竈, 終末期の方墳2基: 主体部のみ1基. 台地上に, 平安時代の竪穴住居跡は, 11軒確認. 尾根上に, 4棟からなる掘立柱建物跡群が存在し, 北側の溝から瓦塔: 瓦堂が出土. 近辺の埋没谷から燈明専用の土師器小皿や,「佛」と墨書された鉄鉢形土器が出土. Kuriyama kiln site - 窯, 奈良時代,灰原,須恵器(蓋杯, 高台杯, 高杯, 円面硯など),須恵器窯跡が台地斜面に, 1基確認. 7世紀末の遺物が出土. 蓋は, 返りが明瞭に存する. 古文書 / 小田孝朝下文 - 土浦最古, 南北朝時代の1374年(応安7年)に書かれたもので, 小田家第八代城主(小田,男体)孝朝公の黒印状. “左兵衛尉孝頼”は, 右筆. この頃, 帰依を受けた「今泉寺(Konsenji Temple)」は, 永国より, 田中荘平塚(現: つくば市西平塚)に移転し, 羽黒山今泉院大聖寺と号した. 当時, 十六世祐尊が代. 一条天皇の御代, 995年(長徳元年)に, 醍醐寺, 小野曼陀羅寺(随心院; 真言宗善通寺派大本山): 小野成尊僧都(仁海僧正の付弟)により「今泉寺」として, 現在地より東約500m先の永国の中央, 亀井墓地近辺に開山されたのが, 縁起だと伝わる. “Ushiku City”, Located in the southern part of the same prefecture. It is 50 km from the capital Tokyo. It has an area of about 15 km east-west and about 10 km north-south. Area is 58.89 km2. The town system was enforced in 1954 and merged with Okada Village in the same year. Merged with Okuno Village the following year. The city system will be enforced in 1986. As a central city area in the Edo period, post-station towns of Rikuzenhama Kaido (Currently Japan National Route 6). At that time, there were 1 stronghold, 0 sub-honjin, and 15 inn. It was an important post station located almost in the center of Mito Kaido. Located on the Inashiki plateau, the eastern part is a production center for peanuts and sweet potatoes. In the western part, many vegetables such as Japanese hornwort and spinach are produced. Due to the good location to access Joban Line and Japan National Route No. 6, development of residential land is progressing as a new satellite city in the metropolitan area. It has also made great strides. 国指定文化財 : 建造物, シャトーカミヤ旧醸造場施設(3棟), オエノンホールディングス株式会社, 中央, 平成20年6月9日, 県指定文化財 : 彫刻阿弥陀如来坐像, 願名寺, 奥原町, 昭和33年3月12日, 工芸品, 太刀 銘 備前國長船住長光作, 個人, 牛久町, 昭和36年3月24日, 工芸品, 太刀 銘 大和國当麻友(以下切)伝友清, 個人, 牛久町, 昭和36年3月24日, 彫刻, 十一面観音菩薩坐像, 観音寺, 久野町, 昭和60年12月16日, 建造物, 観音寺本堂と仁王門, 観音寺, 久野町, 平成3年1月25日. 市指定文化財 : 工芸品, 東林寺城跡五輪塔, 東林寺, 新地町, 昭和49年5月1日, 工芸品, 得月院五輪塔, 得月院, 城中町, 昭和58年5月6日, 天然記念物, 榧得月院, 牛久市, 城中町, 昭和58年5月6日, 史跡, 牛久城大手門跡, 牛久市, 城中町, 昭和58年5月6日, 史跡, 女化道道標, さくら台, 昭和58年5月6日, “史跡, 大日塚及び大日如来石仏, 個人, 上太田町, 昭和58年5月6日”, 史跡, 大日塚及び大日如来石仏, 鹿嶋神社, 島田町, 昭和58年5月6日, 史跡, 大日塚及び大日如来石仏, 個人, 桂町, 昭和58年5月6日, 史跡, 中根一里塚, ひたち野西, 昭和62年4月1日, 工芸品, 薬師寺宝塔, 薬師寺, 田宮町, 昭和62年4月1日, 彫刻, 木造薬師如来坐像, 城中町行政区, 城中町, 平成11年6月23日, 史跡, 成井一里塚, 個人, 城中町, 平成13年6月22日, 史跡, 小坂城跡, 小坂町, 平成18年11月24日, 工芸品, 俳人石龍の墓碑, 正源寺, 牛久町, 平成20年9月26日, 工芸品, 金剛界大日如来石仏(時念仏塔), 薬師寺, 田宮町, 平成20年9月26日, 彫刻, 阿弥陀如来三尊像, 浄妙寺, 井ノ岡町, 平成20年9月26日, 彫刻, 閻魔大王と奪衣婆坐像, 得月院, 城中町, 平成20年9月26日, 考古資料, 姥神遺跡出土, 宝珠硯, 牛久市教育委員会, 平成22年6月28日, 建造物, 雲魚亭, 城中町, 平成22年6月28日, 工芸品, 青面金剛像, 東猯穴町行政区, 東猯穴町, 平成22年6月28日, 考古資料, ヤツノ上遺跡出土大洞A式期土偶及び土器群, 牛久市教育委員会, 平成23年10月17日, 絵画, 阿弥陀来迎及び千手観音図, 観音寺, 久野町, 平成23年10月17日, 天然記念物, 田宮山薬師寺参道, 並木薬師寺, 田宮町, 平成23年10月17日, 絵画紙本, 淡彩, 老楊と荒村, “小川芋銭筆” 牛久市, 平成24年5月21日, 絵画紙本, 淡彩, “田家四季草画”, 小川芋銭筆, 牛久市, 平成24年5月21日, 工芸品, 河童の碑, 個人, 城中町, 平成25年4月22日, 歴史資料, 牛久藩大名行列図巻, 牛久市教育委員会, 平成30年3月26日. 国登録有形文化財(建造物): 旧岡田小学校女化分校校舎, 女化町, 平成29年5月10日. 記録作成等の措置を講ずべき無形文化財(国選択): 風俗慣習関係, 東関東の盆綱, 茨城県, 千葉県, 平成27年3月2日.“牛久河童(小川芋銭(茂吉; 1868-1938)氏, 妻 コウ 氏: 長塚節 氏, 山村暮鳥 氏, 野口雨情 氏)西瓜”, It has been branded since 2000 and giant (Ball) watermelon is designated as a prefecture brand promotion area (銘柄推進産地: 沖積低地と関東ロームから成る洪積台地 (旧郡: 稲敷台地) の二層構造: Kanto Plain). The committee has created its own pest control standards that reduce the amount of pesticide used, and is working to ensure thorough entry. Basically, agricultural chemicals (in this document, “Agricultural Chemicals” refers to agricultural chemicals, feed additives, and veterinary drugs) which are used in and outside Japan are evaluated from various aspects, including toxicity, prior to the authorization of their use. Based on these evaluations, restrictions are set on use amounts and target crops on which they are permitted for use. Also, ways of use and residue standards for foods are established. The uniform limit is applied to agricultural chemicals for which residue standards are not established (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (Japan)).「持続性の高い農業生産方式の導入の促進に関する法律(平成11年7月28日: 法律第110号)」: A farmer certified by the prefectural governor as a practitioner of environmentally friendly agriculture. I have already explained the eco-farmer many times, so it's important to omit it. See the rare agricultural products of Ushiku, filled with the efforts and love of the producers, with your heart and eyes (I pass by because of the custom of visiting “one's family temple” in Ryugasaki City every year). The origin of “Melon” is said to be North Africa, the Middle East and East Asia. Seeds were also excavated in Japan along with Yayoi pottery. The thing at that time was a near-progenitor species such as Oriental Melon; Cucumis melo var. makuwa. Netmelon began around 1894-1895. After that, it was successfully cultivated in a greenhouse from 1903-1904. Full-scale cultivation began in 1924 in the Enshu region of Shizuoka. This story is world-famous too. “Mariage Melon's“, A congratulatory image of a wedding party from the place where the net is beautiful with red meat. The flesh color is dark salmon pink and the sugar content is stable at around 16 degrees. The skin color is grayish green, and the net is high and beautiful. The fruit shape tends to be highly spherical. The leaves are medium in size and dark in color. It is now widely known as a high-class Home Melon. It tends to be finished in an appearance close to Earl's Melon by three-dimensional cultivation. Honey Bee mating: Investigate the cause of Apis decrease and establish countermeasures, Establishing effective mites control methods. Support for the growth of Apis in Japan and stable import method of queen bee. Expected to establish a route.In a greenhouse, honey bees are exhausted and their lifespan is short. For horticultural farmers whose management has deteriorated due to lack of Apis: Japan Finance Cooperation(農林漁業セーフティネット), There is a mechanism to accommodate working capital at low interest rates with funds. In addition, it has a beautiful appearance even when cultivated on the ground. The initial grass tends to be rather gentle. It becomes stronger after the middle term and it is easy to maintain the grass vigor until harvest. Nets occur faster and stronger than traditional varieties. Not from the vertical net - It is advisable to control the temperature and humidity higher so that they occur as a whole. The producer serves as a member of the agricultural committees of ushiku city. Reiwa From July 20, 2nd year. The term of office is July 19, 5th year of Reiwa, three years later. It supports Japanese agriculture and contributes to the region.



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Mariage Melon is a red meat melon with a refreshing sweetness. With plenty of fruit juice, the lingering sweetness remains in the mouth and the dream continues. It also has a long shelf life. It is a delicious melon made by a veteran of melon making and a skilled farmer. During the cultivation period, the amount of pesticides is reduced as much as possible, and it seems that they are carefully cultivated by honeybee mating.


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A fusion of "appearance" that is not inferior to Earl's melon and "ease of making" of terrestrial melon. The roots have good vitality and vines, and the quality does not deteriorate even if the number of fruits is set, and the high yield has earned a good reputation from agricultural workers. In addition, it seems to be popular because of its high sugar content, low carotene odor, and high-class appearance.


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Western honey bee is said to have been first used for pear cultivation in the United States in the latter half of the 18th century. Bees have drawbacks as pollinators, such as not nesting in low temperatures and bad weather, and not visiting tomatoes, but they seem to have the advantage of being easy to manage due to the large number of individuals in each nest. In Japan, it is used for facility cultivation of strawberries and melons, and for pollination of citrus fruits. The activity temperature of honeybees seems to be between 18 ℃ and 25 ℃. When the temperature is low, such as rainy days or dim cloudy days, activity tends to slow down. When using it in the greenhouse, it seems good to keep in mind the temperature control by diligently ventilating. The center temperature of the birdhouse is always controlled at 35 ° C. When it's hot, it seems that water is stored in a birdhouse and the heat of vaporization is used to lower the temperature. When it's cold, it seems that they eat honey to move their muscles and generate heat to raise the temperature. Although it is a birdhouse, it has a high flight ability, so it seems that a place with a high ceiling without obstacles is good near the hive.