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Celebrating the Noufuku Award 2025

The Agricultural and Welfare Collaboration Consortium (secretariat: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries) is excited to announce the launch of the Noufuku Award 2025, aimed at recognizing excellent initiatives that embody the principles of agriculture and welfare collaboration. This initiative will officially open applications on August 4, 2025, with submissions accepted until September 30, 2025.

Purpose of the Award

Agriculture-welfare collaboration is fundamental in enabling individuals with disabilities to thrive in agricultural settings, fostering both agricultural advancement and a sense of purpose among participants. This collaborative effort extends beyond just those with disabilities; it encompasses support for the elderly, economically disadvantaged individuals, and those recovering from criminal behavior. The vision established at the 3rd Agriculture-Welfare Promotion Conference in June 2024 emphasizes the importance of integrating agricultural practices into the broader community fabric, aiming toward a universal framework that highlights participation from all societal members.

Encouraging the cooperative efforts between various stakeholders, the consortium aims to reinforce this vision as a means to advocate for not only agricultural growth but also the establishment of a community-oriented society. As we invite submissions, organizations, companies, and individuals engaged in these collaborative practices will be recognized through the Noufuku Award 2025.

Call for Initiatives

Submissions are welcome from organizations that embody diverse talents across agricultural and welfare sectors. These initiatives should demonstrate significant contributions toward solving challenges relevant to agriculture, welfare sectors, and the engagement of people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups. The aim is to highlight how these initiatives can catalyze local economies and community revitalization.

Submission Period

The submission period for the Noufuku Award 2025 spans from August 4, 2025, to September 30, 2025. Interested parties can access the application form via the Noufuku Award 2025 Special Site at https://noufuku.jp/award/award2025.

Award Categories

Winners will be chosen across several categories:
1. Grand Prize: The initiative deemed the most exemplary based on past award submissions and new entries.
2. Runner-Up: Highlighted for outstanding contributions specific to