Selasa, 15 Maret 2011

What Effect will the recent Tsunami, Earthquake, and Nuclear Disaster have upon Japan's Agriculture?


photo source: wikipedia
Because Japan is largely mountainous, only 12-13% of its land is farmed, or less than 19,000 square miles. The average farm size is less than five acres, and the average farmer is over 65 years of age. The nation imports 60% of its calories.

There may be Ag related infrastructure that needs to be replaced which might include energy, transport, rail, roads, storage