Maitake Cultivation Worker
まいたけさいばいさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized agricultural worker who manages the maitake cultivation process using beds or logs, responsible for everything from environmental control to harvesting and shipping.
Description
Maitake cultivation workers begin with the inoculation process of implanting maitake mycelium into beds or logs, and perform environmental control such as appropriate temperature and humidity management, ventilation, and light adjustment. They observe the growth status during the cultivation period and address even minor abnormalities without overlooking them. During the harvest period, they carefully harvest maitake by hand, perform sorting, washing, and packaging, and handle quality control to meet shipping standards. In recent years, the introduction of automatic control systems and hygiene management based on HACCP is progressing.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable with the expansion of mushroom consumption. Smart agriculture through automatic temperature and humidity control and ICT utilization is advancing, with expectations for improved efficiency and quality.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Interested in the Natural Environment / Patient / Physically Fit
Work Style
Indoor Cultivation / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Cultivation Worker (Junior) → Chief (Cultivation Management) → Cultivation Supervisor → Farm Manager/Owner
Required Skills
Bed and Log Handling / Environmental Control / Forklift Operation / Harvesting, Sorting, and Packaging / Temperature and Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
HACCP Hygiene Management / ICT Environmental Control / Knowledge of Pesticides and Chemical Control / Quality Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss subtle changes in temperature and humidity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is needed for transporting heavy logs and standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus rather than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because visual management is the main focus rather than complex numerical calculations. |
Aliases
- Maitake Farmer
- Mushroom Cultivation Worker
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