Mushroom Harvester (Wild Products)
きのこさいしゅさぎょういん（てんねんぶつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
Occupation involving collecting wild mushrooms growing in mountains and forests, identifying them, harvesting, and preparing for shipment. Adjust work plans according to seasons and weather to harvest resources safely and efficiently.
Description
Mushroom Harvester (Wild Products) is a specialist who searches for and harvests wild mushrooms in mountains and forests. Before harvesting, they survey the growing areas, identify edible or medicinal species, and collect them using appropriate methods in safe locations. After harvesting, they check for contaminants or damage, perform pre-shipment processes such as washing and packaging, and supply them to markets or buyers. Considerations for seasons, weather, and environmental conservation are necessary, and work plans must be developed taking into account regional differences and annual growth conditions.
Future Outlook
From the perspective of environmental protection and natural resource management, there may be strengthening of harvesting regulations and permit systems. On the other hand, with the expansion of demand for local production for local consumption and ecotourism, there is a trend toward increased attention to safe wild mushroom experience tours and value as regional specialties.
Personality Traits
Adventurous spirit / Cautious / Has autonomy / Interested in natural environments / Sharp observation skills
Work Style
Contract Cultivation / Daily Casual Employment / Freelance Sole Proprietor / Seasonal Work
Career Path
Apprentice/Assistant Worker → Competent Harvesting Worker → Veteran Worker → Nature Observation Guide/Eco-Tour Guide → Mushroom Appraiser
Required Skills
Environmental Conservation Knowledge / Forest Survey / Map Reading / Mushroom Identification / Use of Safety Equipment
Recommended Skills
First Aid / GPS Operation / Meteorology Knowledge / Mushroom Identification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in identifying mushroom species is essential. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire knowledge for identifying various species. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of forest surveying, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because novel idea generation is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because work is mostly done individually. |
Aliases
- Wild Mushroom Gatherer
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