Exploring NTT Green & Food's Innovative Approach to Land-Based Aquaculture

On March 24, 2026, the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host a pivotal seminar featuring Yasushi Kuzumi, the CEO and President of NTT Green & Food. This event will delve into the company's proactive measures in the realm of land-based aquaculture and its promising growth strategies for the future.

Seminar Highlights

In light of global challenges such as population surges and geopolitical crises that elevate the costs of food and raw materials, the need for secure food sources has become increasingly critical. Furthermore, climate change, leading to rising seawater temperatures and overfishing, has started to adversely affect the seafood industry, which traditionally relied on coastal fishing grounds.

Amidst these pressing concerns, there is a decisive shift from conventional fishing methods to aquaculture, particularly land-based systems that are less susceptible to environmental fluctuations. The upcoming seminar aims to unveil the essential initiatives that NTT Green & Food has undertaken within this evolving sector.

Key Themes Covered in the Seminar

1. Background
- Global Environmental Issues: Understanding the scale of environmental challenges and concerns over food shortages.
- Trends in Land-Based Aquaculture: Recognizing the shift towards sustainable practices and the rising interest in land-based aquaculture.
- NTT Group's Commitment: Discussion on how the NTT Group addresses challenges related to food production and environmental sustainability.

2. Business Concept
- Overview of Initiatives: Presenting an outline of NTT Green & Food's approach to aquaculture.
- Possibilities of Breeding Technologies: Exploration of advancements in breeding techniques.
- Specific Initiatives for Seafood: Detailed examination of ongoing projects related to fish and shellfish farming.
- Initiatives for Algae: Insights into algae cultivation practices.

3. Future Directions: Anticipating the next steps in land-based aquaculture and its potential impacts on society and the environment.
4. Q&A Session: Engaging participants through a question-and-answer format with the speaker.
5. Networking Opportunity: A chance for interaction and networking among attendees and the speaker, fostering conversation and potential collaborations.

Engagement and Participation Options

Participants have the option to attend in person or join the live stream, with an additional archival viewing option available post-event. The attendance fee is set at 37,340 yen, with discounts for groups.

This seminar not only provides a rare opportunity for attendees to engage with the expert speaker but also facilitates networking across various industries, creating avenues for practical information exchange and collaborative ventures.

For more information and to register, please visit JPI Seminar Registration.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute
Address: 5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 106-0047
Telephone: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI Official Site

About Japan Planning Institute

For over fifty years, the Japan Planning Institute has been a vital conduit of knowledge bridging the government, academia, and the private sector, supporting national policy initiatives and national projects aimed at fostering capabilities among senior management and executives.