date:Jun 17, 2013
Agricultural Minster-Counselor Visits Japans Cherry Growing Center: On May 22, 2013, U.S. Embassy Tokyos Agricultural Minister Counselor David Miller visited Yamagata Prefecture to study this years cherry growing conditions and market situation. During the one day visit, Mr. Miller met with local JA officials and exchanged views on agriculture, including the potential for exporting Japanese farm products to overseas markets. He also visited a local cherry orchard to learn about Yamagatas cherry