Commercializing an Acoustic Emission–Based Crop Cultivation Solution for Monitoring Plant Water Dynamics
We will develop low‑cost sensors that can be easily installed for acoustic emission (AE) measurement in greenhouse horticulture, and establish AE measurement technologies applicable to a wide range of plant species. Using AE‑based monitoring, we will quantitatively demonstrate improvements in crop production efficiency through optimized irrigation and fertilization control. These capabilities will be integrated into […]
Research and Development of High-Performance Biochar that Enables Both Carbon Sequestration in Farmland and Conversion to Organic-Certified Agriculture
In the development of high-performance biochar that simultaneously enables carbon sequestration in farmland and conversion to land suitable for organic farming, this project builds on the microbial consortia selected in Phase 0. We will improve the physical form of the biochar for large-scale application (e.g., evaluating pelletization) and validate application methods assuming mass deployment (e.g., […]
Development of a Diffusion-Driven Microalgae Reactor Utilizing Biogas Digestate Liquid Fertilizer Derived from Cattle Manure
To address the treatment needs of cattle manure–derived biogas digestate liquid fertilizer, which is generated in excess and poses potential environmental risks, we developed a reactor that aims to both treat the digestate and cultivate microalgae using nutrients such as nitrogen contained in the digestate. The reactor enables simultaneous microalgae cultivation while extracting nutrients from […]
Development of a Next-Generation Agricultural Production Technology: the “Plant Drug Delivery System”
Development of a Nanoparticle Agent Database We will identify and develop optimal nanoparticle agents that function effectively by crop species and by plant tissue, and compile them into a comprehensive database. Development of Novel Agricultural Inputs Based on the Database (Nano-Designed Materials) Based on this database, we will develop new agricultural inputs incorporating nanoparticle agents […]
Research on Methods for the Discovery and Evaluation of Biostimulant Candidate Compounds
Biostimulants (BS) are defined as a broad range of substances, microorganisms, or their mixtures that, when applied to the plant growing environment, promote favorable physiological conditions in plants. In recent years, they have attracted increasing attention as sustainable agricultural inputs. However, the discovery and evaluation of biostimulant candidate compounds have been constrained by the lack […]
Creation of the World’s Only Aquaculture Fish “Kaiji” through Advanced Germline Stem Cell Manipulation Technologies
Using Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology’s proprietary “surrogate broodstock technology,” we aim to achieve the social implementation of “Kaiji,” a hybrid fish whose parents are both highly palatable and rare species. In this phase, we will advance the development of commercial-scale aquaculture technologies and conduct comprehensive evaluations of aquaculture suitability. Through social implementation […]
One Health Care Food Business Based on Immunobiotics
Leveraging one of Japan’s largest NARO lactic acid bacteria collections, we provide tailored probiotic strains that best fit specific animal species and individual needs. We adopt a personalized approach based on each user’s characteristics and healthcare data, and address societal challenges—such as population aging and animal welfare—from a broad One Health perspective spanning humans, livestock, […]
Development of Core Devices to Enable a GHG Reduction Consulting Business for Zero-Emission Agriculture
To enable Scope 3–level GHG visibility, agricultural producers within the supply chain also need credible, on-the-ground decarbonization “evidence” that can be measured, verified, and communicated. In this project, we will establish a scheme to implement and validate farming systems designed around new GHG reduction methods. We will support motivated farmers who aim to contribute to […]
