JIRCAS Report 2025
Senior Researcher MAENO Ould Koutaro Delivers Keynote Speech at the 65th Tohoku Union of Elementary School Principals Research Conference in Akita
On July 3–4, 2025, Senior Researcher MAENO Ould Koutaro from the Crop, Livestock and Environment Division delivered a keynote lecture at the 65th Tohoku Union of Elementary School Principals Research Conference Akita Meeting and the 2025 Akita Prefecture Elementary School Principals Research Conference, held at Akita Arts Theatre “Mille Has.” The event, organized by the Tohoku Union of Elementary School Principals, brought together approximately 900 elementary school principals from the six prefectures of the Tohoku region.
Future Science Talent Academy – 3rd Session: Technical Guidance on Blue Crab Aquaculture Research at Marine Science High School
On June 19 (Thursday) and 20 (Friday), 2025, the third session of the Future Science Talent Academy, organized by the Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS), was held at the Kanagawa Prefectural Marine Science High School. The school has been conducting student-led research for several years on seed production and land-based aquaculture of blue crabs (Portunidae). This session was held to support and enhance those efforts.
Participation in the FAO Global Agrifood Biotechnologies Conference 2025
From June 16 to 18, 2025, the Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) participated in the “FAO Global Agrifood Biotechnologies Conference” held at the FAO Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The theme of the conference was “Biotechnologies for a Sustainable Future.” Experts from around the world gathered to engage in active discussions on the latest technologies and applications in agriculture and the food sector.
Public Recruitment for a Research Coordinator
The Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) is now recruiting a research coordinator.
This announcement aims to recruit an experienced researcher who will take charge of the core operations of the institute with a view to promoting its research activities.
Introduction of Palm Biomass Utilization Technology at IRENA Innovation Week 2025 Related Program: Environment
At the international conference "IRENA Innovation Week 2025," held in Bonn, Germany from June 10 to 13, 2025, Researcher UKE Ayaka from the Biological Resources and Post-harvest Division gave a presentation on Day 3 during the session titled "Innovative Business Models for Bioenergy in the Global South." She introduced new methods for utilizing agricultural biomass in Southeast Asia.
Public Recruitment for Fixed-term Researchers (Nurturing Young Researcher Category)
The Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) is now accepting applications for fixed-term employment of young researchers.
In order to facilitate further advancement in research activities that address global challenges, JIRCAS is offering fixed-term employment aimed at nurturing excellent and highly motivated young researchers to conduct research in the field of agriculture, forestry and fisheries.
First-Year Students from Tokyo Metropolitan High School of Science and Technology Visit JIRCAS
On May 29, 2025 （Thursday）, 31 first-year students from the Tokyo Metropolitan High School of Science and Technology visited JIRCAS as part of their "Tsukuba Science Tour."
Officials from the Forestry Agency's International Division Visit JIRCAS, Exchange Views on Tropical Forestry Projects and Future Collaboration
On May 22, 2025, four officials from the Forestry Agency's Overseas Timber Trade Policy Office and International Forestry Cooperation Office—including Assistant Directors HONDA Tomoyuki Honda and TABATA Akiko—visited JIRCAS.
Mini-Lecture Videos from JIRCAS Open House 2025 Now Available
The Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) has released two mini-lecture videos from the JIRCAS Open House 2025, held on April 19 (Saturday) , on YouTube's “JIRCAS channel."
We extend our sincere apologies to those who were looking forward to the live broadcast, which could not be delivered as planned due to unforeseen network issues on the day of the event.
JIRCAS Hosts First In-Person Open House in Six Years—Experience Global Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries!
As part of Science and Technology Week, JIRCAS held its first in-person open house event in six years on April 19, 2025 (Saturday).
First-Year Students from Johoku High School Visit
On April 14, 2025 (Monday), 44 first-year students and one teacher from Johoku High School in Tokyo visited JIRCAS as part of their “Tsukuba Science Tour."
JIRCAS Participates in the Pre-Event for Science and Technology Week: "TSUKUBA SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PRE EVENT 2025"
On April 12, 2025 (Saturday), JIRCAS participated in the “TSUKUBA SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PRE EVENT 2025" held at Tsukuba Center Square (hosted by Tsukuba Machinaka Design). The event was blessed with good weather, and the venue was filled with the joyful voices of children as many research institutes set up interactive booths.
Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) Chair Visits JIRCAS – Sharing Progress and Future Prospects of the Regenerative Agriculture Project
On April 11, 2025 (Friday), Dr. Amit Roy, Chair of the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), along with President SUZUKI Shuichi, former President KITANAKA Makoto, and other representatives, visited JIRCAS.
SATREPS Oil Palm Trunk Project’s Technological Achievement “PALM LOOP®" Adopted as Interior Material for Osaka-Kansai Expo
At the Panasonic Group pavilion, “Nomo no Kuni," at the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, the innovative “PALM LOOP®"—developed through the SATREPS Oil Palm Trunk (OPT) Project—has been adopted as an interior material for the VIP reception room, showcasing a significant technological achievement.