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Son of legendary breeding bull attracts attention following the father’s sudden death
TOKYO, June 16 — Following the sudden death of legend breeding bull Fukunohime that led Japan’s wagyu production, all eyes are on which bull will succeed him for beef cattle producing regions to entrust their future to. At the center of attention is Fukunohime-sired bull Fukunotsuru, while some producing regions pin hopes on locally-born bulls. Fukunohime, which enjoyed overwhelming popularity nationwide for its ability to produce calves with high growth performance and carcass yield, died of acute heart failure on June 2 at the age of 10 years and 10 months. Many beef producing regions have high expectations for Fukunotsuru, with a Hokkaido breeder saying, “I hope he will produce … Continue reading
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Wagyu cut demonstration by 28-year-old Japanese master butcher in long-sleeved kimono fascinating the world
HYOGO, Jun.9 – A lady in traditional long-sleeve kimono had a beef sword in hand and swiftly cut a block of Wagyu beef like an artist. Marika Watanabe, 28, is a Japanese master butcher who travels worldwide to present her wagyu cutting demonstrations as a “wagyu kimono butcher.” She often talks with Wagyu beef producers in Japan as well. “I know the farmers raise cows with great care. I respect their efforts, so I must derive full value from their wagyu meat,” she said. There was a big block of Kobe beef sitting in front of her. She quickly tucked up her sleeves with a sash and cut the meat … Continue reading
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Sudden death of legend breeding cattle leads to shortage of semen
TOKYO, June 6 — The Livestock Improvement Association of Japan announced on June 5 that Fukunohime, a Japanese black breeding bull kept by the association, died of acute heart failure on June 2 at the age of 10 years and 10 months. Fukunohime has been known as a “super breeding bull” for its ability to produce calves with high growth performance and carcass yield. His progenies have been the price setter at calf trading markets nationwide and achieved good results at national carcass contests. The association says there are not enough semen stocks left to meet the current demand. Fukunohime was born in Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture. His father is Yoshinokuni … Continue reading
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Japan at turning point to strengthen food security: White Paper on Agriculture
TOKYO, May 27 – The Japanese government approved an Annual Report on Food, Agriculture, and Rural Areas in Japan for the fiscal year 2022 (White Paper on Agriculture 2022) at its cabinet meeting on May 26. The report focused on the country’s food security, showing the study on the nation’s reliance on imported wheat and fertilizers and their price hike. “Japan is at a turning point to ensure stable food supply in the future,” it said, stressing the importance of expanding domestic production and rising product prices to properly cover the hike in production cost. According to the report, the prices of food, fertilizer, feed, and other materials have jumped … Continue reading
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Japan’s rice exports rise 40% year-on-year amid bad harvest in the U.S.
TOKYO, May 31 — Japan’s exports of rice this year are increasing at a pace of more than 40 percent from a year before, exceeding last year’s strong growth. The rise is driven mainly by shipments to the United States. With prices of U.S.-grown rice rising sharply due to drought, orders for Japanese rice are going up as the weak yen makes the product look reasonably priced. At stores in the U.S., some U.S. rice products ended up being priced higher than Japanese rice. The key to further boost exports is to come up with measures to make Japanese rice take root in the U.S. market. According to the Ministry … Continue reading
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