Abstract
Feed crop production occupies an important position in Japanese agriculture. According to data for 2022, the maximum area of sorghum cultivated nationwide is 12,000 hectares, including 5,160 hectares in rice paddies and 6,860 hectares in fields. These figures show that sorghum cultivation tends to be more prevalent in rice paddies than in gardens or fields. Agricultural trends could include increased demand for feed crops, including sorghum. Additionally, since cultivation in rice paddies is relatively popular, it can be seen that the cultivation of feed crops using paddy fields is common. Furthermore, these figures suggest that sorghum production is receiving particular attention compared to other forage crops. Given these trends, demand for and production of feed crops is likely to continue to grow.
Sorghum total (main data).
In Japanese agriculture, the area of sorghum cultivation has undergone changes between 1973 and 2022. At its peak in 1991, the total area nationwide reached 47.3kha, but has now fallen to just 25.4% of that amount. This trend indicates that the area under sorghum cultivation has been decreasing in recent years. This may be due to structural changes in agriculture, changes in demand, and competition with other crops. Sorghum is also in high demand as a feed crop, so changes in demand may also be a factor. This situation calls for farmers and policy makers to adapt their sorghum cultivation strategies to changing demand.
The maximum is 47.3kha[1991] of Japan, and the current value is about 25.4%
Sorghum total (by prefecture).
In Japanese agriculture, the area of land used for cultivating feed crops tends to vary from prefecture to prefecture. According to the latest data for 2022, Miyazaki prefecture recorded the largest area overall at 2.4kha, which is currently the maximum. This indicates that Miyazaki Prefecture is playing a particularly active role in feed crop production. On the other hand, it is also necessary to pay attention to the extent to which it is cultivated in other regions, the demand for feed crops in those regions, and the agricultural structure of those regions. It will also be important to use data from 2022 to assess whether the area cultivated with forage crops has increased or decreased in recent years. Through such analysis, we can understand regional characteristics and demand trends regarding feed crop cultivation, which can be used to formulate effective agricultural policies and production strategies.
The maximum is 2.4kha of Miyazaki, the average is 581ha, and the total is 9.87kha
Sorgo fields.
In Japanese agriculture, the cultivated area of sorghum fields has undergone changes over a long period of time. Considering data from 1973 to 2022, the country saw its peak of 30.4kha in 2001, but has now declined to just 17% of its peak. This trend suggests that sorghum cultivation in rice fields is on the decline. This decline may be due to structural changes in agriculture, changes in demand, and competition with other crops. It may also be that sorghum cultivation is perceived as less efficient and profitable than other crops. Additionally, advances in agricultural techniques and breeding may make other crops better choices. This situation calls for agricultural stakeholders and policy makers to consider different strategies to address the challenges and changes associated with growing sorghum in fields.
The maximum is 30.4kha[2001] of Japan, and the current value is about 17%
Sorgo field.
According to data from 1973, the area of land used for feed crops in Japanese agriculture tended to vary from prefecture to prefecture. The national maximum is 20.5kha, which is the current maximum. This suggests that field cultivation of fodder crops is thriving across the country. The cultivation of fodder crops plays an important role in supporting livestock feed supply. In particular, field cultivation makes it possible to produce feed crops that are suited to specific regions and climatic conditions, making it possible to tailor production to local characteristics and demand. Due to these characteristics, the cultivation of fodder crops in fields promotes the diversity of local agriculture and contributes to the local economy. Furthermore, the cultivation of fodder crops is seen as one of the important means to improve the profitability and sustainability of agriculture. Against this background, the cultivation of fodder crops in fields has become an important initiative for the development of local agriculture and ensuring food security.
The maximum is 20.5kha[1986] of Japan, and the current value is about 33.5%
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