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Agriculture Ministry to decide on stored rice buyback based on new crop assessment

From NHK · () Japanese

Translated from Japanese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries will decide whether to buy back stored rice based on the new crop's yield and quality.
  • The ministry is considering purchasing rice that has been stored for a long time.
  • Details on contract procedures and usage for businesses and schools are available via provided links.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries will determine whether to repurchase stored rice by assessing the yield and quality of the upcoming harvest. This decision will guide the ministry's strategy for managing its rice reserves. The ministry is considering the repurchase of rice that has been held in storage for extended periods, indicating a potential shift in inventory management or a response to market conditions.

For entities that have already established reception contracts, no additional contracts or charges will be necessary. However, those who have not yet entered into a reception contract are required to complete the necessary procedures. The ministry has provided links for businesses and schools to access specific information regarding contracts and the utilization of services, including simultaneous and missed broadcasts of programs, and access to news articles and related program information.

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