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Pal System Releases Direct Production Data Book 2025

On June 25, 2025, the Pal System Cooperative Federation, headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, led by Chairman Atsuyuki Shibusawa, unveiled its latest publication, the "Direct Production Data Book 2025". This comprehensive document compiles essential figures and updates concerning direct production initiatives, summarizing the previous year's performance and informing producers, manufacturers, and consumers alike.

Context of Agricultural Industry Challenges

As the agricultural sector faces increasing challenges, including a shrinking and aging workforce, coupled with the impacts of climate change and global warming, the demand for sustainable production has never been more pressing. The Direct Production Data Book serves as a vital resource reflecting Pal System's commitment to adapting to these evolving conditions.

With a focus on ensuring food security through domestic production, the federation has reinforced its partnerships with production sites both domestically and internationally. This strategy aims to not only develop quality agricultural products and processed goods but also to harness consumer buy-in to support these initiatives. The data book will report on these accomplishments, showcasing Pal System's proactive approach in a challenging environment.

Updates to Agricultural Policies

In March 2025, acknowledging the intensifying challenges within the agricultural sector, Pal System revised the "Food and Agricultural Policy" originally established in the year 2000. The key proposition is to center food security around the procurement of domestic food supplies. This update reflects a strengthened collaboration with direct production areas related to the agriculture, livestock, and fisheries sectors, ultimately enriching the lives of producers and the local community.

Highlighting the Current State of Direct Production

Furthermore, the official Pal System website has launched a dedicated page called "About Direct Production" that seeks to communicate the current state of direct sourcing. This page emphasizes that Pal System doesn't merely focus on "direct delivery" from the production areas but instead fosters a strong connection between producers and consumers. It shares stories of producers, their aspirations, and documented interactions with users, delivering an authentic look at the experience of being part of the Pal System community.

Related Links:

• - Pal System Direct Production Data Book
• - About Direct Production

Pal System at a Glance

Established as a member of numerous cooperative societies, Pal System's operational scale is significant, reporting an aggregate business volume of 260.42 billion yen and a member base of approximately 1.762 million as of March 2025. Member cooperatives include those from Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Yamanashi, Nagano, Gunma, Fukushima, Shizuoka, Niigata, and more. The cooperative system thrives on collective efforts to promote sustainability and enhance local living standards.

As we acknowledge 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives, Pal System stands at the forefront of leading the way not just in Japan but globally by setting an example of resilience, adaptation, and community-focused agricultural practices.