PlantWave is a device that converts the minute electrical signals of plants into sound, which can then be listened to. The technology used in this device is the same as that used in polygraph devices developed to measure human skin electrical response (GSR). What is a polygraph device? A polygraph device is commonly known as a lie detector. This device measures a person's physical reactions (heart rate, blood pressure, skin conductivity, etc.). When a person lies, these body

Fermentation beds are created by the action of microorganisms that break down poultry litter and leftover food in the poultry house to create an environment that reduces odors and supports the health of the chickens. Here are some key points for its creation and optimization. 1. Basic composition of a fermentation bed We mix bark, rice bran, oil cake, EM bacteria, charcoal, isotropic charcoal, rice husks, and feed zeolite, but Here are some other things that can improve the q

Trees in the garden provide beauty and healing. However, sometimes trees need to be pruned or cut down. This is an essential task for the healthy growth of trees, as well as for the safety of their surroundings. On the other hand, there is a saying that cutting down a tree in the garden "brings bad luck. This is said to be because trees are the link between the natural world and the human world, and when they are cut, that link is severed. However, taking care of trees begins

The care of a Japanese garden is very important to maintain its beauty. Although it may not be possible to take care of every detail, such as annual maintenance, it is important to take care of the garden on a regular basis, However, even a little bit of weeding on a daily basis will help maintain the beauty of the garden for a long period of time. The basic maintenance is weeding and leaf cleanup, and regular removal of fallen leaves, dead branches, weeds, and other debris w

We visited a large biotope in Mie Prefecture to cut undergrowth. We had an opportunity to think about the preservation of biodiversity. A biotope is an artificially created natural environment, and the larger the scale of the biotope, the more organisms can inhabit it. Mowing the undergrowth along the work paths and between the paths is an important part of biotope maintenance and management. This helps to maintain an environment in which organisms in the biotope can live com

The other day, we visited a forest cooperative in Kokisu-cho, Suzuka City. They are looking for ways to improve and utilize their forests, and we visited them to discuss the construction of a project to revitalize their forests, including proposals. We visited them for a meeting to discuss the construction of a project to revitalize the forests, including proposals. When considering the conservation and utilization of forests, it is very important first of all to create an en

Pruning trees and shrubs is an important part of maintaining a beautiful garden. Proper pruning can improve the health and appearance of plants and promote growth and development. When is the best time to prune garden trees? The best time to prune trees and shrubs depends on their species, but generally it is best to prune them in late winter or early spring. This allows you to remove dead or damaged branches before the plant begins to put on new leaves and flowers. Pruning T

By collecting branches, fallen leaves, weeds, grass after mowing, etc., and breaking them into small pieces and agitating them, microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi promote the decomposition of fallen leaves and dead organisms. Eco-stacks are installed in places for environmental education. Organic matter is carbon, and its high content in the soil reduces carbon dioxide emissions and can be fed to plants as compost, making it suitable for a wide range of uses, from obse

On Sunday, June 12, 2022, we participated in a beach cleanup organized by NPO Suzu Hana & Poka Poka. At 10:00 in the morning, there was a greeting from Suzuka-san, followed by a presentation on Beach Clean Bingo by the members of the Suzuka High School Volunteer Club Kuore, and then a picture-story show about ocean plastics by the members of the Merinol Academy Volunteer Club. I was surprised that there was even a volunteer club, but quite a number of students from six differ

As the head of the Woodworking Department, I have been thinking about "monozukuri" (manufacturing). First of all, what is monozukuri? I will look into the following. According to Wikipedia, the term "monozukuri" means "manufacturing." Since the 1980s, simple manufacturing tasks have been lost to China and other less developed countries, and the IT boom and zaitekku (financial technology) have become popular, leaving only a negative impression of the Japanese manufacturing ind

On June 21, 2022, I participated in the Mie Prefecture Global Warming Prevention Activity Promoters Training Program. It has been a year since I started working as a Mie Prefecture Global Warming Prevention Activity Promoter in April 2021, promoting activities and measures to prevent global warming in Mie Prefecture, including educational activities on the current situation of global warming and the importance of global warming countermeasures. Although it has not been easy,

Pine trees have been used in many places from prehistoric times, when pine nuts, pine needles, and pine branches were used since the Paleolithic Age, to the present day, when the benefits of trees were more than ample in our daily lives. Pine needles are plucked and chewed like gum, pine needle juice is made, and pine is said to have a variety of beneficial effects. Pine needles are said to be a hermit's food, having a number of benefits, such as controlling high blood pressu

Many of the organs that humans possess are also found in earthworms, which are actually a type of higher animal like humans. The major...

On July 1, 2022, I participated as an individual in a ceremony to issue a letter of appointment as a Mie Prefecture nature conservation...

I attended a lecture on disaster-resistant forestation at Ctec Corporation in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture.　The lecturer was Mr. Kenichi...

On July 31, 2022, we assisted with an event at Daiwa House Mie Factory in Mie Prefecture. We were allowed to go to the event. Many...

Jig" is a word I began to hear soon after opening the door to the world of woodworking. What is a jig? So I looked it up. he original...

We went to a virtual map production meeting at Sanpomichi in Yamamoto-cho, Suzuka City. The camera is RICOH THETA Z1 and the editing tool...

We mowed the pathways of the terraced biotope. We continued to use nylon cords to mow down to the ground edge and beat the soil to harden...

Just as you sharpen your blades cleanly before you start tending to your garden, you sharpen your blades before you start sharpening wood...