Abstract
The volume of raw milk exported and imported into Japan’s livestock industry reflects the balance between domestic and international demand and supply, and several distinctive trends can be seen. According to data for 2022, raw milk exports nationwide reached 1.77m t, one of the important statistics in Japan’s livestock industry. Based on past trends, Japan’s main export market for raw milk is Asia, with large volumes being exported to neighboring countries such as China and South Korea. On the other hand, the amount of raw milk imported into Japan is also on the rise, and imports from overseas are necessary to meet Japan’s demand. This trend can be attributed to increasing demand from the Japanese beverage and dairy manufacturing industries. Additionally, increases or decreases in the volume of raw milk imported and exported can also be influenced by international trade relations and political factors. Examples include changes in trade policy or the outbreak of an epidemic. In general, Japan’s livestock industry is closely connected to international markets, and it is important to maintain a balance between supply and demand and to carry out effective production and trade.
Export volume of drinking milk, etc
The volume of raw milk exported and imported into Japanese agriculture has fluctuated from 1996 to 2022. Particularly noteworthy is the peak national production of 4.89m t recorded in 2002, and the progress since then. Recent data shows that overall raw milk exports are down to 36.2% of their peak levels. This trend can be attributed to changes in export markets and changing domestic demand patterns. Also contributing factors may be a decline in demand for dairy products and reduced imports due to improved domestic productivity. Generally speaking, the volume of raw milk imported and exported into Japan is affected by many factors, and these fluctuations are caused by a variety of elements, including agricultural policies and domestic and international economic conditions.
The maximum is 4.89Mt[2002] of Japan, and the current value is about 36.2%
Exports of drinking milk, etc (prefectures, latest year)
Japan’s agricultural raw milk exports and imports in 2022 are particularly noteworthy. Hokkaido recorded the highest total raw milk export volume, reaching 486kt, the same as the peak. This data suggests that Hokkaido remains the leading region for raw milk production in Japan. Hokkaido’s vast land area and favorable climatic conditions make it well suited to raising dairy cows, which leads to high raw milk production. Furthermore, Hokkaido dairy products are highly regarded both in Japan and overseas and play an important role in the export market. The fact that Hokkaido has been able to maintain production volumes similar to those at its peak demonstrates the stability of the region’s agricultural economy. However, attention should also be paid to trends in raw milk production in other regions and changes in export and import volumes. This may be due to changes in demand and the international competitive environment. Overall, Hokkaido plays an important role in Japan’s raw milk industry and attention will be focused on its sustainability and growth.
The maximum is 486kt of Hokkaido, the average is 39.4kt, and the total is 1.77Mt
Amount of drinking milk, etc imported
The data on raw milk imports into Japan in 1996 is interesting. With an overall maximum of 4.89m t, an average of 203m t and a total of 9.76m t, it can be seen that Japan experienced large dairy imports during the year. This characteristic suggests that foreign dairy products were widely introduced to meet domestic demand at the time. This may reflect the growing demand for foreign dairy products in the Japanese food industry. The total of 9.76m t also indicates that the dairy market was very active that year. Such large imports indicate the great influence of international markets on Japan’s food supply. Overall, Japan’s raw milk imports in 1996 indicate that large-scale dairy imports were undertaken to meet domestic demand and that links with international markets were important.
The maximum is 4.89Mt[2002] of Japan, and the current value is about 36.2%
Import volume of drinking milk, etc (prefectures, latest year)
The amount of raw milk imported into Japanese agriculture in 2022 is noteworthy. The highest overall amount was from Kanagawa at 277kt, with an average of 58.9kt and a total of 1.71Mt, indicating that Japan imported relatively small amounts of dairy products during the year. This characteristic may reflect Japan’s relatively high self-sufficiency in domestic production in the dairy market. Also, the total of 1.71m t suggests that imports have remained relatively stable. This may indicate that changes in Japan’s agricultural policies and demand are keeping dairy imports within a certain range. Additionally, Kanagawa recorded the largest import volume, suggesting that the region has a high demand for dairy products and may be an import center. Overall, it can be said that raw milk imports into Japan in 2022 will be relatively stable and play a complementary role in meeting domestic demand.
The maximum is 277kt of Kanagawa, the average is 58.9kt, and the total is 1.71Mt
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