On October 17, a meeting was held in Kurume City to discuss expanding strawberry exports from northern Kyushu, especially targeting markets like Taiwan. Only a few farms, including Uruu Farm, which grows the popular “Amaou” strawberries, currently meet Taiwan’s strict pesticide residue standards. Uruu Farm shared its method of using beneficial insects to reduce pesticide use, inspiring other farmers to adopt similar practices for export. The initiative aims to establish northern Kyushu as a major strawberry export hub to Asia. Source: NHK
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