2026年5月の記事一覧

Global Series Vol. 4：Ashikita Vitality

[JP]

　芦北高校農業科の活動を世界へ届けるシリーズ。

　私たちが大切にしている活動の記録を厳選し、月に一度、英語版としてお届けします。

　第4回は、4月21日の「3年生・果樹実習（草刈り）」の記録です。

　[Global Series Vol. 3：Golden Fruits, Shared Dreams はこちら]

 

[EN]

Sharing the passion of Ashikita Agricultural High School with the world. Once a month, we present an English edition of our specially selected stories. Vol. 4: Senior Fruit Tree Practice — Orchard Mowing (Apr 21st).

[Click here for Global Series Vol. 3：Golden Fruits, Shared Dreams]

 

— Senior Fruit Tree Practice: Mowing the Orchard Under the Spring Sun —

A clear blue sky hints at the coming summer. Under the stinging sunlight, the scent of engine oil wafts through the air—a sign of preparation. Soon, the roar of engines shatters the silence. Today, our third-year students conducted orchard mowing as part of their "Fruit Tree Practice."

■ Putting Machinery Training into Action!

Working in pairs, the students took turns every 15 minutes. They used brush cutters equipped with nylon cords for enhanced safety. This was the moment to apply the results of their previous machinery training to a real-world setting. Though cautious at first, they moved forward steadily, relying on the knowledge they had worked hard to gain.

The area around the base of the trees requires delicate control to clear the weeds without nicking the trunk. Watching the seniors skillfully maneuver their machines, their backs looked more dependable than ever.

 

■ Spring Buds are Waking Up

Turning our gaze toward the trees, we see countless flower buds on the "Sweet Spring" citrus branches, nearly ready to bloom.

New shoots are sprouting vigorously from the main trunks; you can almost feel the heartbeat of spring growth.

■ A "Selfish Wish" from the Instructor

Looking out over the neatly trimmed orchard after the practice, a thought often crosses my mind. "I wish the weeds at my feet wouldn't grow at all. Yet, I want the buds and flowers on the trees to grow with limitless vitality."

"Dry up, weeds; grow tall, buds." I couldn't help but smile at my own selfish desire. However, perhaps it is within this contradictory dilemma that the true depth of agriculture—the act of cherishing life—resides.

The third-year students successfully turned their training into tangible results. Thanks to their careful work, our Sweet Spring trees are ready to welcome their blossoms in comfort.