In recent years, agricultural systems in the Hokuriku region have undergone major changes due to the expansion of various agricultural activities and diversification of management practices. With the aim of contributing to the development of farmers and agricultural businesses in the Hokuriku region, we develop efficient and profitable rice paddy crop rotation system, farming system, agricultural machinery system, labor-saving and low cost crop production techniques as well as high quality and high yield crop production techniques adapted to the soil and weather conditions of the region.
We conduct research on the development of new cultivars of rice, barley and soybean adapted to the needs of farmers, manufacturers, and consumers. We also develop new breeding genetic resources that can adapt to climate change and other environmental factors. We breed rice cultivars suitable for cultivation in central regions in Japan, high-eating quality and high-yielding cultivars for home and restaurant consumption, for manufacturing rice noodles and Japanese sake.
