In 2023, the total internal R&D personnel in Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing in Japan stood at 165 Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs). From 2024 to 2028, forecasted data anticipates a steady increase, with Year-on-Year (YoY) growth percentages of approximately 4.6%, 5.0%, 4.2%, and 4.5% respectively. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the five-year period from 2023 to 2028 is expected to be around 4.6%, indicating a positive trend in the allocation of human resources towards research and development in these sectors.

Future trends to watch for:

Integration of advanced technology such as AI and IoT in agriculture R&D.
Increased focus on sustainable and eco-friendly practices driving personnel needs.
Government policies and funding influencing the growth and development of R&D activities.
Potential global market influences on Japan's R&D capacity and productivity priorities.