Bud Thinning (Tekirai) Worker (Fruit Trees)
てきらいさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving selecting and removing buds before flowering in fruit tree cultivation to adjust to the appropriate number.
Description
Bud thinning workers, in fruit tree cultivation such as apples, pears, and peaches, manually select and remove buds before flower buds open, adjusting the appropriate number of flower buds per tree. By reducing buds, nutrients are concentrated on the fruits, improving fruit size and quality, as well as reducing post-harvest fruit variability. The work is mainly performed using scissors or knives, requiring determination of timing based on weather conditions like temperature fluctuations and rainfall. In many cases, it is short-term concentrated seasonal labor, demanding manual dexterity, high attention, and physical stamina.
Future Outlook
Amid aging population and labor shortages, efficiency improvements and introduction of automation technologies for bud thinning work are expected.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Interested in natural environment / Patient
Work Style
Agricultural Corporation Employment / Part-time / Casual / Seasonal / Self-employment
Career Path
Part-time / Seasonal Worker → Fruit Tree Farm Staff → Farm Operations Manager → Fruit Orchard Owner
Required Skills
Bud Thinning Technique / Fruit Tree Cultivation / Seasonal Climate Judgment
Recommended Skills
Pest and Disease Knowledge / Work Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately select and remove small buds. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves prolonged bending/stooping and detailed manual work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it mainly involves routine manual work. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex mathematical analysis is unnecessary, and only basic counting is required. |
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