Founded in 1907, Asai Nursery has grown from a family-run tree-plant nursery into a leader in Japanese agriculture, cultivating tomatoes, kiwis, and exploring new crops such as avocado, wasabi, and strawberries. Under the leadership of fifth-generation family member Yuichiro Asai, the company remains focused on advancing agricultural innovation. "What sets us apart is our integrated approach, combining cultivation with research and development," says Koreto Ohminato, Business Development Unit Manager of Asai Nursery. Through a partnership with New Zealand's Zespri, Asai Nursery also produces high-quality kiwis, reinforcing its position at the forefront of progress. With operations spanning five tomato greenhouses over 13 hectares and two kiwi orchards covering 15 hectares, the company is further expanding with a new greenhouse in Hokkaido and a research facility in Okinawa focused on avocado cultivation. These developments reflect their commitment to innovation and enhancing production capabilities.
Data-driven cultivation with LetsGrow.com
Central to Asai Nursery's success is its data-driven approach to growing, supported by its partnership with LetsGrow.com. By integrating advanced solutions like the Strategy Manager, the company bridges research insights with practical application, enabling informed decision-making at every stage of the cultivation process.
Empowering growers with the Strategy Manager
At the heart of Asai Nursery’s data-driven cultivation lies the Strategy Manager, a powerful tool that enables growers to visualize correlations, set precise targets, and optimize processes with greater speed and accuracy. "It’s far easier to make data-driven decisions now compared to spreadsheets," explains Yoshiki Gama, tomato head grower at Asai Nursery.
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