JPFATraining Course

Interactive Onsite Training Course
on Plant Factories with Artificial Lighting (PFALs)

Oct. 7-92024@Kashiwanoha
Our aim is to nurture the next generation of experts in both academia and industry for thefuture of plant factories with artificial lighting (PFALs). Our courses are taught by professionals
from academia and industry who provide a conceptual and technological framework tosupport practical applications in relevant fields.
Since 2010, we have organized various in-depth and practical on-site and online training
sessions, including introductory and advanced courses, in collaboration with Chiba University.

ー Program ーStartsfromSept.

OnOct. 7,2024

OnOct. 8,2024

OnOct. 9,2024

1. Online pre-learning:
You can access the Introductory course
The online Introductory classes will offer elementary theory and practice of PFALs, basic knowledge ofcultivation and operational management, and keys to business success. You can access the online classes
as pre-learning lectures for this training course one month before the onsite training course starts.

2. Interactive lectures and discussions at the JPFA
The lectures provide a quick review of essential concepts and cover the latest industry situation. Taking priorlearning into account, we are planning more practical and interactive workshops and discussions to foster
better understanding with participants and professionals belonging to the university and industries. This year,
you will have a chance to see Japanese PFAL-cultivated strawberries and Wasabi as well as leafy greens.

3. Excursion by a bullet train and chartered bus (Optional)
Our exclusive excursion takes you to the large-scale commercial PFALs in Chiba and Shizuoka, Japan. These
remarkable facilities boast years of successful farming operations, unrivaled expertise, and a wealth ofexperience. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of industry leaders, gain invaluable insights, andunlock the secrets to their long-standing success.

4. Explore the J-AGRI with JPFA staff
J AGRI is Asia's leading agriculture and livestock expo, featuring the latest products and technologies. Let’s
explore cutting-edge offerings from leading industry players and network for new business opportunities withthe JPFA.

For more information, access our webpage.

JPFA Training Courses Lecturers
The first-rate lecturers of the coming course includeCHIB AJPFAAkikoHikosaka

EriHayashi

SHIN N I P POU
LTD.
808 F A C T O RYKatashi
KaiChiba(JPFA)
TokyoToru
MaruoKazuya
Uraisami

Advisor808 Factory in Shizuoka- Data driven operation- First factory: 2014 - Second factory: 2017 - Production: 20,000 heads oflettuce/day- Sensing/monitoring
resource use efficiency hygiene& process management■Websitehttps://www.808factory.jp

JPFA

ToyokiKozai

and more!

Course Fees
Fee for all*Pre-learning &onsite lectures onlyJPFA
member

JPY
150,000

JPY
115,000

Nonmember

JPY
200,000

JPY
145,000How to apply▶▶▶Registration▶▶▶

Apply atJPFA

Notes: The lecturers are subject to change without notice.

ShizuokaCategory

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What is included/Notes- The participants of alumni of past JPFA
training will receive a discount of JPY10,000.
- Includes the transportation expenses forthe bullet train and bus (from Tokyo to thevisiting spots) on Oct. 8, 2024.
- Lunch will not be served. However, on theday one, there are many options likerestaurants, shopping malls food courts, andgrocery stores within walking distance of theJPFA and on day two, the bus will stop by
somewhere for lunch.

ApplicationForm URL
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▶▶Payment▶▶
- Credit cardpayment
via Stripeor- Bank transfer■ Cancellation Policy▶Start▶

After confirming your payment,
your seat will be reserved andwe will provide yourconfirmation booking number.
Information you may need andpre-learning video content will
be provided later.

Japan Plant Factory Association
The Japan Plant Factory Association (JPFA), a nonprofit organization
founded in 2010, is devoted to advancing the plant factory industry
and controlled-environment agriculture in and outside Japanthrough academia-industry collaborations.
Its mission is to develop and disseminate sustainable plant factory
systems to address issues concerning food, the environment, energy
and natural resources.
The JPFA oversees plant factories on the Chiba University
Kashiwanoha campus in Kashiwa, northeast of Tokyo. Also, it works
on about 20 R&D projects and runs workshops and training courses.

Cancel on/before September 1, 2024
> Return the fee except for thecancellation fee of 5,000 JPY.
Cancel on/after September 2, 2024
> No return of the fee.
Instead of canceling, any participant cantransfer their registration to anotherperson without penalty on/before
September 23, 2024.

■ How to Become a JPFA Member
Apply for JPFA membership fromthe JPFA Website.
For more information, visit the JPFA website
or email us at training@npoplantfactory.org.
We'd like to hear your questions.
■ Member Can:- obtain a discount on training courses and join
workshops free of charge.
- receive the JPFA Weekly, which containsvaluable information on the plant factory
field.
- connect with other JPFA members, etc.