Upland Rice Farmer
りくとうこうさくしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Upland rice farmers are agricultural workers who manage the cultivation of upland rice grown in dry fields without irrigation. They handle a series of tasks from sowing to harvesting and drying preparation.
Description
Upland rice farmers are specialists who perform rice farming in dry fields (upland rice) without using irrigation facilities. They conduct soil preparation, sowing or transplanting, fertilization, weeding, pest and disease control, and other cultivation management tasks, harvest mature rice, thresh it, and handle drying preparation. They operate agricultural machinery such as tractors and combines, and are required to develop and implement appropriate management plans based on weather conditions and soil states.
Future Outlook
While the number of agricultural workers in Japan is on a declining trend, interest in organic cultivation and environmentally considerate agriculture is increasing, and efficiency improvements are expected through the introduction of labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Interested in the natural environment / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Long Working Hours / Outdoor Work / Seasonal / Seasonal Variations
Career Path
General Laborer → Group Leader → Field Manager → Farm Manager → Independent Farmer
Required Skills
Agricultural Machinery Operation / Harvesting Work / Pest and Disease Control / Plowing Work / Transplanting Work / Weeding and Fertilization Management
Recommended Skills
Agricultural Weather Observation / Farm Management / Soil Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because cultivation management adapted to weather fluctuations is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary not to overlook plant growth conditions or signs of pests and diseases. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because heavy labor and long hours of work continue. |
| Planning & Organization | Because process management from sowing to harvesting is important. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure pressures such as bad weather. |
Related Qualifications
- Agricultural Machinery Maintenance Skills Certification
Aliases
- Upland Rice Cultivator
- Upland Rice Farmer
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