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Farmers in Japan Shift to Nighttime Work Amid Deadly Heat Conditions

Farmers in Japan Shift to Nighttime Work Amid Deadly Heat Conditions

19 Ağustos 2026Japan Times
  • In Japan, rising temperatures have forced farmers to alter their working hours, avoiding the dangerous midday heat. Instead, they are now tending to their crops and livestock during the cooler evening hours.
  • This shift aims to safeguard both their produce and their health in the face of extreme weather conditions.
  • Japan has been experiencing increasingly severe heatwaves, which pose significant risks to agricultural productivity and farmer safety. The government and agricultural organizations are monitoring these changes closely as they could have lasting effects on food security and rural livelihoods.
  • The adaptation of Japanese farmers to nocturnal work highlights the broader implications of climate change on agriculture. As extreme weather becomes more frequent, the traditional farming practices are being challenged, necessitating innovative solutions to ensure sustainability.
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