Integrated Farming System for Harmonizing People and Cattle in the Mikata District, Japan
GIAHS since 2023
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Mikata District's diverse topography supports a rich ecosystem through traditional rice farming and Tajima cattle rearing, preserving biodiversity. Known for Tajima cattle, the ancestor of Kobe beef, the area emphasizes sustainable practices and small-scale farming, ensuring intensive care and maintaining genetic diversity. This approach has made it a model for agricultural sustainability.
Proposal
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Proposal: Integrated Farming System for Harmonizing People and Cattle in the Mikata District, Japan
01/01/2023
The proposed system is located in Mikata district in the northern part of Hyogo prefecture, Japan. A large part of the proposed site is not suitable for cultivation since mountains and forests cover about 85% of the site. Flat lands are only seen around the mouths of rivers such as the Kishida River and the Yada River.
Action plan
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Action plan: Integrated Farming System for Harmonizing People and Cattle in the Mikata District, Japan
01/01/2023
The proposed system is located in Mikata district in the northern part of Hyogo prefecture, Japan. A large part of the proposed site is not suitable for cultivation since mountains and forests cover about 85% of the site. Flat lands are only seen around the mouths of rivers such as the Kishida River and the Yada River. Most communities are located in valleys among the mountains.
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Flickr Album: Integrated Farming System for Harmonizing People and Cattle in the Mikata District, Japan
03/03/2021
Japan - Integrated Farming System for Harmonizing People and Cattle in the Mikata District
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