Japan: 40% of Fishery Workers are Over 65 Years Old; 70% of Aquaculture Operators Have No Successors
The 2023 Fisheries Census, released by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries on August 30, revealed a stark reality: the number of marine fisheries operators for that year was 65,652, a significant 17% decrease from the previous census in 2018. This decline, which is not showing signs of stopping, underscores the severity of the situation. Furthermore, the proportion of those aged 65 or older among all fisheries workers has risen to 39%, clearly indicating the aging of the population...
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