1. Japan's agriculture ministry has announced an expected increase of around 662,000 tons in this year's rice harvest compared to last year.
2. The harvest is projected to reach 7.181 million tons nationwide, with Fukushima, Akita, and Niigata expecting the largest increases.
3. Despite the anticipated rise in production, retail prices of rice are still expected to remain high for this year.
2. The harvest is projected to reach 7.181 million tons nationwide, with Fukushima, Akita, and Niigata expecting the largest increases.
3. Despite the anticipated rise in production, retail prices of rice are still expected to remain high for this year.
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Japan's agriculture ministry projects a 662,000-ton increase in the national rice harvest for this year, reaching approximately 7.181 million tons. Regions with the largest anticipated growth include Fukushima, Akita, and Niigata. However, despite the rise in production, retail prices of rice are
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251119_19/#summary
Date: Nov. 19, 2025
Notes: 2025-11-19
Created: 2025/11/20 07:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 21:50
Last Read: 2025/11/20 07:46