Japan requests 6.7 billion yen to eradicate beetles
1 Sep 20 10:46 PM · 3d ago · 2 articles · 1 post · 2 sources · development 1 of 1
Japan's Environment Ministry requested 6.7 billion yen ($43 million) in the initial budget for the next fiscal year to eradicate the red-necked longhorn beetle and protect cherry, plum, and peach trees. The amount is 11 times the current 600 million yen budget.
“Further growth in the 'invasive' beetle population could make it difficult to enjoy cherry blossom viewing in the spring”
Japan's Environment MinistryJapan's Environment Ministry Government agency requesting fundingJapan's Farm Ministry Co-lead on eradication task forceTown of Kawajima, Saitama Prefecture Local government implementing bounty programCity of Oyama, Tochigi Prefecture Local government implementing bounty program
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first by SCMP, 3d ago · also Anadolu Agency
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