As Japan faces a recent "rice crisis," Taiwanese high-quality rice has become a sought-after commodity in the international market. This year, Taiwanese rice traders have collaborated with farmers to introduce premium rice varieties dubbed Japan's "dream varieties." Due to abnormal climate, an aging population, and policy limitations, the supply of domestic white rice in Japan is tightening, with prices soaring beyond what the public can afford. In response to the rice shortage, the Japanese government has had to open up imports.

Taiwan's premium rice varieties, known for their excellent quality and delicate flavor, are successfully penetrating the export market. By utilizing natural and non-toxic materials, Taiwanese farmers significantly enhanced the quality and safety of their rice. Soil and water quality assessments, coupled with large-scale mechanized fertilization and professional nutritional management, have substantially increased rice production, boosting farmers' incomes as well.

Li Peilian, a farmer from Yunlin, expressed pride in exporting rice grown by himself to Japan, highlighting that this year's harvest features large and plump grains without toxic residues. A farmer in his eighties, Chen Deyuan, who planted Japanese rice for the first time, shared that he was initially concerned about climate impacts but was pleasantly surprised by the production and pricing exceeding expectations, providing better yield than traditional rice cultivation.

Currently, about 300 hectares of farmland across Taiwan are dedicated to this rice cultivation, covering areas such as Miaoli, Changhua, Nantou, Yunlin, and Chiayi, with an estimated wet harvest of about 4,500 tons. After drying, approximately 2,700 tons of high-quality rice is expected to be produced for the export market. Yunlin County accounts for 25 hectares, yielding approximately 225 tons annually, marking a significant achievement for Taiwanese farmers in connecting with the international market.