Mulberry Grower
くわさいばいしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Engages in mulberry cultivation, producing mulberry leaves and fruits through pruning, fertilization, pest and disease control, harvesting, and other tasks.
Description
Mulberry growers plant mulberry trees, optimize growth environments, and produce high-quality mulberry leaves and fruits. They primarily perform pruning, fertilization management, pest and disease diagnosis and control, and conduct operations by determining optimal harvest times. The produced leaves are mainly used as feed for silkworm rearing, and in recent years, applications have diversified into health foods, animal feed, and agritourism. Improving production efficiency through soil amendment, mechanization, and smart agriculture introduction is also crucial.
Future Outlook
While aging and labor shortages progress, smart agriculture technologies and rising demand for value-added products necessitate production efficiency and diversification.
Personality Traits
Interested in the natural environment / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Corporate Farming / Part-Time/Casual Hiring / Seasonally Variable Hours / Self-Employed Farming
Career Path
Agricultural Employee → Self-Employed Farmer → Agricultural Manager → Agricultural Instructor → Agricultural Consultant
Required Skills
Fertilization Planning / Harvesting Operations / Pest and Disease Control Techniques / Pruning Techniques / Soil Management
Recommended Skills
Agricultural Machinery Operation / ICT Agriculture Technology / Marketing / Production Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires meticulous attention for mulberry leaf quality management and pest checks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires endurance for long hours of outdoor work and heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
- Pesticide Handler Qualification
Aliases
- Mulberry Farmer
- Mulberry Orchard Owner
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