Accelerating GX Initiatives in Agriculture and Fisheries: The 6th Research Conference Details
On March 19, 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries will host the 6th session of the "GX Acceleration Research Conference". This assembly aims to discuss essential initiatives focusing on 'nature-positive' practices within the agriculture and fisheries sector.
Since the establishment of the "Green Food System Strategy," efforts to reduce environmental impact have steadily progressed. However, Japan has been experiencing a long-term rise in average annual temperatures, raising concerns about the effects of heat on production sites. As the Green Transformation (GX) becomes a cross-sectoral issue for the government, it is crucial to enhance the sustainability of the food and agriculture sectors. The acceleration of initiatives within the Green Food System Strategy is thus vital for promoting GX.
Moreover, in line with the new "Basic Plan for Food, Agriculture, and Rural Areas"—approved by the Cabinet on April 11, 2025—the Ministry aims to compile focused strategies known as the "Green Acceleration GX Plan" by 2030. To realize the GX promotion in the agriculture and fisheries sector, the conference will identify the key points for accelerating the Green Strategy, understand on-site realities, highlight immediate issues, and assess effective responses.
To this end, the "GX Acceleration Research Conference" was established, which will gather insights from diverse stakeholders involved in the food system.
- Tomoyuki Ootaka, Senior Manager, NTT Data Management Consultancy
- Yasuhiro Kubota, CEO, Think Nature
- An ESG Fellow at Nikkei BP
- Kaori Fujita, Professor, Tohoku University Green Future Creation Organization and Graduate School of Life Sciences
Please note that this conference will be closed to the public. The materials and minutes will be made available on the designated URL following the event. Additionally, past materials and minutes can also be viewed here: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
This initiative showcases Japan's commitment to blending ecological consciousness within its agricultural frameworks, setting a precedent for future sustainable practices in the sector. By gathering experts and stakeholders, the conference seeks to forge actionable pathways towards achieving a robust green transformation in agriculture and fisheries.
Background
Since the establishment of the "Green Food System Strategy," efforts to reduce environmental impact have steadily progressed. However, Japan has been experiencing a long-term rise in average annual temperatures, raising concerns about the effects of heat on production sites. As the Green Transformation (GX) becomes a cross-sectoral issue for the government, it is crucial to enhance the sustainability of the food and agriculture sectors. The acceleration of initiatives within the Green Food System Strategy is thus vital for promoting GX.
Moreover, in line with the new "Basic Plan for Food, Agriculture, and Rural Areas"—approved by the Cabinet on April 11, 2025—the Ministry aims to compile focused strategies known as the "Green Acceleration GX Plan" by 2030. To realize the GX promotion in the agriculture and fisheries sector, the conference will identify the key points for accelerating the Green Strategy, understand on-site realities, highlight immediate issues, and assess effective responses.
To this end, the "GX Acceleration Research Conference" was established, which will gather insights from diverse stakeholders involved in the food system.
Details of the 6th Conference
- - Date: March 19, 2024 (Thursday) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- - Location: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries
- - Agenda: Nature-positive initiatives in the agricultural and fisheries industries
- - Participants:
- Tomoyuki Ootaka, Senior Manager, NTT Data Management Consultancy
- Yasuhiro Kubota, CEO, Think Nature
- An ESG Fellow at Nikkei BP
- Kaori Fujita, Professor, Tohoku University Green Future Creation Organization and Graduate School of Life Sciences
Please note that this conference will be closed to the public. The materials and minutes will be made available on the designated URL following the event. Additionally, past materials and minutes can also be viewed here: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
This initiative showcases Japan's commitment to blending ecological consciousness within its agricultural frameworks, setting a precedent for future sustainable practices in the sector. By gathering experts and stakeholders, the conference seeks to forge actionable pathways towards achieving a robust green transformation in agriculture and fisheries.
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