The Japan Plant Factory Association (JPFA) is pleased to announce the upcoming onsite training course on Plant Factories with Artificial Lighting (PFALs), to be held from October 7 to 9, 2024, at the JPFA site on Chiba University's Kashiwanoha Campus. This event will provide participants with a comprehensive and intensive learning experience, focusing on the latest advancements in PFALs and Japanese agricultural technology.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage with pre-learning materials prior to the course. This includes ten lectures covering the elementary theory and practice of PFALs, essential cultivation and operational management knowledge, and insights into business success in the industry.
Additionally, two virtual tours will be available: a 60-minute tour of the data-driven 808 Factory, showcasing cutting-edge automation and technology, and a 20-minute tour of Obayashi Corporation's PFAL at the Kashiwanoha campus.
The Obayashi Corporation farm
The onsite program will feature five lectures on advanced topics such as efficient production of value-added plants under controlled environments and Wasabi cultivation in PFALs. Exclusive content will also be provided on the latest developments in leading PFALs like 808 Factory and MIRAI. Attendees will have the chance to participate in interactive discussions with experts from both academia and industry, ensuring a rich exchange of knowledge and insights.
The training course includes visits to two large-scale commercial PFALs—the 808 Factory and the MIRAI Factory—as well as a traditional Wasabi farm. Additionally, participants will have an exclusive tour of J-Agri, Asia's premier agriculture and livestock expo, which showcases the latest products and technological innovations in the sector.
Click here for the pre-learning content.
Schedule:
- Day 1: Lectures and discussions, along with a tour of the Kashiwanoha campus facility.
- Day 2: Optional excursions to the 808 Factory and a Wasabi farm.
- Day 3: Visits to the MIRAI Factory and the J-Agri expo.
Course Fees:
- JPFA Members: JPY 150,000 per person
- Non-members: JPY 200,000 per person
- Day 1 only: JPY 115,000 for JPFA Members, JPY 145,000 for Non-members
This training offers an invaluable opportunity for professionals and enthusiasts in the agricultural industry to learn from Japan's leading experts and explore cutting-edge innovations in plant factories.
For more information:
Japan Plant Factory Association
www.npoplantfactory.org