Abstract
In 2022, Japan’s sugar beet harvest volume reached a record high of 3.55 million tons, reflecting the robust production capacity of this critical crop. The national planting area stood at 55.4 thousand hectares, with Hokkaido, the primary cultivation region, achieving an impressive yield of 6.4 tons per 10 ares, the highest in the country. Over the years, sugar beet production in Japan has been characterized by its concentration in Hokkaido, which benefits from favorable climatic conditions and advanced agricultural techniques. Despite fluctuations in cultivated area due to market demand and environmental factors, the steady improvement in yield per 10 ares highlights ongoing advancements in farming practices, efficient land use, and technological innovation.
Sugar beet harvest volume (main data).
Japan’s sugar beet harvest yields have shown significant fluctuations from 1926 to 2022, peaking at 4.66 million tons in 2004. As of 2022, yields stand at 76.1% of this peak, reflecting changes in agricultural practices, market demand, and environmental conditions. Historically, sugar beet production has been concentrated in Hokkaido, benefiting from its suitable climate and advanced farming methods. While the cultivated area has decreased over time, improvements in productivity, such as increased yield per 10 ares, have helped maintain substantial output. These trends highlight a shift toward efficiency and technological innovation in response to changing economic and environmental challenges.
The maximum is 4.66Mt[2004] of Japan, and the current value is about 76.1%
Sugar beet harvest volume (by prefecture).
In 2022, Hokkaido solidified its position as Japan’s leading sugar beet producer, accounting for the entire national harvest volume of 3.55 million tons, the highest recorded for the prefecture. Over the years, sugar beet cultivation in Japan has become increasingly concentrated in Hokkaido due to its optimal climate, large-scale farming operations, and advanced agricultural techniques. This regional specialization has led to steady improvements in productivity, with Hokkaido achieving the highest yield per 10 ares nationwide. While cultivated areas have fluctuated, Hokkaido’s dominance underscores the importance of regional adaptation and technological progress in sustaining Japan’s sugar beet production.
The maximum is 3.55Mt of Hokkaido, the average is 3.55Mt, and the total is 3.55Mt
Area cultivated with sugar beets (main data).
The area of land used for sugar beet cultivation in Japan peaked at 75.2 thousand hectares in 1984, reflecting a period of high agricultural activity. By 2022, this had decreased to 73.7% of its peak, mirroring broader trends in land use and crop diversification. Hokkaido, the dominant region for sugar beet farming, continues to account for nearly all cultivation, thanks to its favorable climate and efficient large-scale operations. While the total cultivated area has declined due to factors like urbanization and changing economic priorities, productivity improvements and technological advances have helped stabilize output, ensuring sugar beet remains a vital crop in Japanese agriculture.
The maximum is 75.2kha[1984] of Japan, and the current value is about 73.7%
Sugar beet cultivation area (by prefecture).
In 2022, Hokkaido accounted for 55.4 thousand hectares of land used for sugar beet cultivation, the largest area both regionally and nationally. This dominance highlights Hokkaido’s critical role in Japan’s sugar beet production, driven by its favorable climate, expansive farmland, and advanced agricultural techniques. Over the years, cultivation has become increasingly concentrated in Hokkaido as other regions have scaled back production due to economic and environmental challenges. While the nationwide cultivated area has decreased, Hokkaido’s efficiency and specialization have ensured stable production levels, underscoring its importance to Japanese agriculture.
The maximum is 55.4kha of Hokkaido, the average is 55.4kha, and the total is 55.4kha
Sugar beet yield per 10a (by prefecture).
In 2022, Hokkaido achieved a sugar beet yield of 6.4 tons per 10 ares, which is also the national average and total, reflecting the region’s exclusive role in Japan’s sugar beet production. This high yield underscores Hokkaido’s efficiency, supported by advanced farming techniques, favorable climatic conditions, and large-scale agricultural practices. Over time, yield improvements have been a consistent trend, driven by technological advancements and optimized resource management. As sugar beet cultivation has become concentrated in Hokkaido, its productivity serves as a benchmark for sustainable and efficient agricultural practices in Japan.
The maximum is 6.4t of Hokkaido, the average is 6.4t, and the total is 6.4t
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