{
  "id": 3032022,
  "title": "Satellite Data Used to Boost Cabbage Sales in Japan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/satellite-data-used-to-boost-cabbage-sales-in-japan",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-24T13:43:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Nippon.com News",
    "slug": "nippon-com-news",
    "url": "https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2026082400789/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tokyo, August 24 - A groundbreaking initiative launched in Japan on Monday seeks to boost cabbage sales by utilizing satellite data to predict future supplies and prices. The project, a collaboration between advertising giant Dentsu Inc., the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and a member of the Japan Agricultural Cooperatives, focuses on promoting cabbage from the village of Tsumagoi, located in eastern Gunma Prefecture.\n\nBy analyzing satellite imagery, the project aims to determine cabbage color and size, enabling accurate forecasts of shipment volumes eight weeks ahead of time. During periods of abundant supply, distribution channels will be expanded to maximize sales. Conversely, when supply is low, advertising efforts will be curtailed to stabilize prices and curb food waste.\n\nProducers traditionally depend on field inspections to monitor cabbage growth. However, this innovative approach replaces conventional methods with satellite data, providing a more efficient and data-driven solution. As part of the campaign, Ajinomoto Co., a prominent food manufacturer, has partnered with Tokyu Store Corp., a supermarket operator, to display its Cook Do seasoning products alongside Tsumagoi cabbage at select outlets.\n\nThe initiative is set to begin on Monday, with the first phase focusing on promoting cabbage-based recipes at approximately 50 locations. The ultimate goal is to evaluate the project's effectiveness and explore the potential for implementing similar strategies to other crops and regions in the future.",
  "summary": "Tokyo, Aug. 24 (Jiji Press)--An experimental project started in Japan on Monday to improve cabbage sales by predicting future supplies and prices using satellite data. Under the project, major advertising firm Dentsu Inc., the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, or JAXA, and a local member of the Japan Agricultural Cooperatives will promote cabbage produced in the village of Tsumagoi, Gunma ...",
  "key_points": [
    "Japanese initiative uses satellite data to predict cabbage supplies and prices.",
    "Collaboration between Dentsu Inc., JAXA, and Japan Agricultural Cooperatives.",
    "Project aims to maximize sales during abundant supply and stabilize prices during shortages."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}