Biodiversity Survey in Hokuto City Rice Fields: Children Experience Biodiversity on June 28 (Sun) [Yamanashi, Nagano]
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- Biodiversity Survey in Hokuto City Rice Fields: Children Experience Biodiversity on June 28 (Sun) [Yamanashi, Nagano]
- Pal-system Yamanashi Nagano Consumers' Cooperative will hold a biodiversity survey in a rice field in Hokuto City on June 28. This event aims to provide an experience of environmentally friendly farming that does not rely on pesticides and to convey the importance of biodiversity to children.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 12, 2026
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Pal-system Yamanashi Nagano Consumers' Cooperative will hold a biodiversity survey in a rice field in Hokuto City on June 28. This event aims to provide an experience of environmentally friendly farming that does not rely on pesticides and to convey the importance of biodiversity to children.
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- Biodiversity Survey in Hokuto City Rice Fields: Children Experience Biodiversity on June 28 (Sun) [Yamanashi, Nagano] (June 12, 2026), PR Times
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- June 12, 2026
Pal-system Yamanashi Nagano Consumers' Cooperative will hold a biodiversity survey in a rice field in Hokuto City on June 28. This event aims to provide an experience of environmentally friendly farming that does not rely on pesticides and to convey the importance of biodiversity to children.
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- 📰 Published: June 12, 2026 at 19:10
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"Ethical" Rice Cultivation for Future Generations
The survey will be held in the rice field of Mr. Inada, a member of the Hokuto City producer group "Otentosan-gumi." They practice ethical agriculture that is gentle to the environment and people, without using chemically synthesized pesticides or fertilizers.
In paddy fields cultivated with environmentally friendly methods, all living things coexist, from invisible microorganisms to insects and amphibians. Approximately 30 types of creatures were confirmed in last year's survey. Participants will step into the rice fields, observe the rich ecosystem, and realize the importance of rice cultivation in harmony with nature.
▲ Scene from the 2025 Biodiversity Survey
"Paddy Field Biodiversity Survey" Event Outline
■ Date & Time: Sunday, June 28, 2026, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (scheduled) *Cancelled in case of rain, proceeds in light rain
■ Location: Rice field in Goshoda, Takane Town, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture
■ Number of Participants: Approximately 20 people (elementary school students and older)
■ Participation Fee: Free
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Pal-system Yamanashi Nagano will continue to connect the rich natural environment to the next generation together with its users and diverse members of the community.
Pal-system Yamanashi Nagano Consumers' Cooperative
Address: 225-1 Furukami-jocho, Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Chairperson: Shigezuko Furuya
Capital: 2.65 billion yen, Number of Members: 59,000, Total Business Revenue: 8.23 billion yen (as of the end of March 2025)
HP: https://www.palsystem-yamanashi.coop/
Pal-system Consumers' Cooperative Federation
Address: 2-2-6 Okubo, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, RAKASU Higashi-Shinjuku, Chairperson: Atsuyuki Shibuzawa
Total Business Revenue for 13 Member Cooperatives and Unified Business System Users: 260.42 billion yen / Total Number of Members: 1.762 million (as of the end of March 2025)
Member Cooperatives: Pal-system Tokyo, Pal-system Kanagawa, Pal-system Chiba, Pal-system Saitama, Pal-system Ibaraki Tochigi, Pal-system Yamanashi Nagano, Pal-system Gunma, Pal-system Fukushima, Pal-system Shizuoka, Pal-system Niigata Tokimeki, Pal-system Kyosai Ren, Saitama Prefecture Workers' Cooperative, Ai Coop Miyagi
HP: https://www.pal-system.co.jp/
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FAQ
What is the main purpose of this biodiversity survey event?
The purpose is to allow children to experience and learn the importance of environmental conservation and biodiversity by observing various creatures in a pesticide-free rice field.
What kind of farming methods are employed?
They practice "ethical" agriculture that is gentle to the environment and people, without using chemically synthesized pesticides or fertilizers.
What kind of creatures were found in past surveys?
Approximately 30 types of creatures were confirmed in last year's survey, ranging from microorganisms to insects and amphibians.
How does this event contribute to the community?
By conveying the importance of environmental conservation to local residents and children and deepening their understanding of sustainable agriculture, it contributes to passing on a rich natural environment to the next generation.
What other activities does Pal-system Yamanashi Nagano engage in?
They continuously engage in various activities with users and local people to pass on a rich natural environment to the next generation.