Japan Journals

The California Farm Bureau Federation sent a team of 15 members to Japan to explore what opportunities are available for California exporters there. A diverse group of individuals who represent fruits, nuts, vegetables, beef and nursery production as well as those who are engaged in processing and marketing went on the trip. Each member kept a journal of his or her impressions for the purpose of sharing their impressions in Ag Alert®.

Part 1 - July 13, 2005:

• Japan Journals: California Farm Bureau visits country and compares notes
• CFBF Team's First Impressions
• CFBF delegation scouts Japan for agriculture marketing opportunities

Part 2 - July 20, 2005:

• Japan Journals: The largest food show in the world and yes, the $200 melon
• 'Tokyo's Kitchen'--one of the busiest places in the world

Part 3 - August 3, 2005:

• Japan Journals: Concluding thoughts from Farm Bureau delegation
• Experts weigh in on Japan