70% of Fukuoka Prefecture's Amao strawberry producers face potential competitiveness issues due to Japan's logistics industry overtime cap, leading to driver shortages.
Premium Amao strawberry producers in Fukuoka Prefecture face concerns due to Japan's logistics industry overtime cap next month, exacerbating driver shortages. About 70% of the crop is shipped by truck to Tokyo and Osaka, and producers worry less fresh strawberries and increased shipping fees may affect their competitiveness. Local agricultural cooperatives are considering ferry shipping as an alternative to truck delivery.
March 24, 2024
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