Key Facts
• June 30, 2025: Harvest ceremony for greenhouse mandarins held in Minamisatsuma City.
• 70-80% of Kagoshima’s greenhouse mandarins are grown by six farmers in JA Satsuma Hiyoki.
• This season’s mandarins are slightly delayed in ripening but are sweet and large.
• Farmer Eisaku Kozono recommends refrigerating mandarins for a refreshing summer treat.
• JA Satsuma Hiyoki aims to produce 62 tons this season, mainly for gift sales in Kagoshima.
Summary
The harvest season for Kagoshima’s greenhouse mandarins officially began on June 30, 2025, with a ceremony in Minamisatsuma City. These mandarins, cultivated by six farmers under JA Satsuma Hiyoki, account for 70-80% of the region’s production. Despite a slight delay in ripening, this season’s crop boasts excellent sweetness and size. Farmer Eisaku Kozono highlights the refreshing taste of chilled mandarins, perfect for the summer heat. With a production target of 62 tons, the mandarins will primarily be sold as gifts within Kagoshima.
