Promoting Organic Rice "Sachi Hikari" Production in Satte City
OREC Co., Ltd. is cooperating in a demonstration workshop for the paddy field weeding machine "WEED MAN" in Satte City, Saitama Prefecture, to support the creation of organic rice "Sachi Hikari" production areas. This initiative aims to promote organic farming and realize sustainable agriculture.
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OREC Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hirokawa-cho, Yame-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture) is cooperating in a demonstration workshop for the paddy field weeding machine "WEED MAN" in Satte City, Saitama Prefecture, as part of its efforts to create production areas for organically grown rice "Sachi Hikari".
Satte City has a long history as a rice-producing region, and is currently promoting the establishment of "Sachi Hikari" organic rice production areas. Initiatives for organic cultivation will begin in fiscal year 2025, with plans to expand the cultivated area in fiscal year 2026, advancing efforts to achieve sustainable agriculture and establish a regional brand.
This workshop aims to reduce the labor involved in weeding, a major challenge in organic paddy rice cultivation. It is intended for producers of "Sachi Hikari" organic rice, as well as farmers interested in organic cultivation. This demonstration workshop featuring the "WEED MAN" paddy field weeding machine will be the first of its kind in Saitama Prefecture.
## About the Paddy Field Weeding Machine "WEED MAN"
"WEED MAN" is a ride-on paddy field weeding machine equipped with a unique weeding mechanism. It was developed to reduce labor and improve efficiency in weeding, a significant challenge in organic paddy rice cultivation.
To achieve reliable weeding without damaging the rice plants, it features a unique weeding mechanism that combines different methods:
- Weeding between plants (between individual rice stalks) is done by a rotary rake.
- Weeding between rows (between the planted rows) is done by shallow tilling with weeding blade rotors.
Furthermore, its design contributes to ease of use in the field and improved work accuracy, incorporating features such as:
- The working section is positioned at the front of the machine, allowing the operator to work while visually monitoring.
- A float detects changes in the mud surface and automatically controls the operation.
- Four-wheel steering reduces impact on rice plants during turning.
As a result, it contributes to both reducing the burden of weeding and promoting stable growth of rice plants. In recent years, its use has expanded as a technology that also contributes to the growth of organic farming and the reduction of environmental impact.
## Overview of the Demonstration Workshop
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026, 10:00 AM (scheduled to finish by noon)
Place: Soshin Den, Satte City (near Nakase Intersection on National Route 4 bypass)
Content: Operation methods of WEED MAN, demonstration of weeding effectiveness, and technical guidance.
Participants: "Sachi Hikari" organic rice producers, farmers interested in organic cultivation, Saitama Prefectural Kasukabe Agricultural and Forestry Promotion Center, JA Saitama Mizuho, and Satte City officials.
Media personnel wishing to cover the event are requested to contact the following:
Satte City Agricultural Promotion Division (Contact: Kobayashi)
TEL 0480(43)1111
OREC will continue to provide technologies that help solve challenges in the agricultural field through collaboration with local governments and producers, contributing to the spread of organic farming and the realization of sustainable agriculture.
## OREC Co., Ltd. Company Profile
Company Name: OREC Co., Ltd.
Founded: October 1948 (Showa 23)
Representative Director and President: Kenji Imamura
Main Businesses: Manufacturing and sales of green space management machines/agricultural machinery, etc.
Website: https://www.orec.co.jp/
Satte City has a long history as a rice-producing region, and is currently promoting the establishment of "Sachi Hikari" organic rice production areas. Initiatives for organic cultivation will begin in fiscal year 2025, with plans to expand the cultivated area in fiscal year 2026, advancing efforts to achieve sustainable agriculture and establish a regional brand.
This workshop aims to reduce the labor involved in weeding, a major challenge in organic paddy rice cultivation. It is intended for producers of "Sachi Hikari" organic rice, as well as farmers interested in organic cultivation. This demonstration workshop featuring the "WEED MAN" paddy field weeding machine will be the first of its kind in Saitama Prefecture.
## About the Paddy Field Weeding Machine "WEED MAN"
"WEED MAN" is a ride-on paddy field weeding machine equipped with a unique weeding mechanism. It was developed to reduce labor and improve efficiency in weeding, a significant challenge in organic paddy rice cultivation.
To achieve reliable weeding without damaging the rice plants, it features a unique weeding mechanism that combines different methods:
- Weeding between plants (between individual rice stalks) is done by a rotary rake.
- Weeding between rows (between the planted rows) is done by shallow tilling with weeding blade rotors.
Furthermore, its design contributes to ease of use in the field and improved work accuracy, incorporating features such as:
- The working section is positioned at the front of the machine, allowing the operator to work while visually monitoring.
- A float detects changes in the mud surface and automatically controls the operation.
- Four-wheel steering reduces impact on rice plants during turning.
As a result, it contributes to both reducing the burden of weeding and promoting stable growth of rice plants. In recent years, its use has expanded as a technology that also contributes to the growth of organic farming and the reduction of environmental impact.
## Overview of the Demonstration Workshop
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026, 10:00 AM (scheduled to finish by noon)
Place: Soshin Den, Satte City (near Nakase Intersection on National Route 4 bypass)
Content: Operation methods of WEED MAN, demonstration of weeding effectiveness, and technical guidance.
Participants: "Sachi Hikari" organic rice producers, farmers interested in organic cultivation, Saitama Prefectural Kasukabe Agricultural and Forestry Promotion Center, JA Saitama Mizuho, and Satte City officials.
Media personnel wishing to cover the event are requested to contact the following:
Satte City Agricultural Promotion Division (Contact: Kobayashi)
TEL 0480(43)1111
OREC will continue to provide technologies that help solve challenges in the agricultural field through collaboration with local governments and producers, contributing to the spread of organic farming and the realization of sustainable agriculture.
## OREC Co., Ltd. Company Profile
Company Name: OREC Co., Ltd.
Founded: October 1948 (Showa 23)
Representative Director and President: Kenji Imamura
Main Businesses: Manufacturing and sales of green space management machines/agricultural machinery, etc.
Website: https://www.orec.co.jp/