Japanese
What is the agricultural multifunction?

Photo Agriculture and rural areas are playing an important part for producing agricultural products such as rice and vegetables,which are essential for our living.
However, this is not all . The surroundings of paddy fields,farms and villages are also playing other essential roles in our life.  This is the concept of "Multifunctionality of agriculture"Let us examine the multiple roles that agriculture plays in the following sections: 

š Conservation of Land
š Fostering Water Resources
š Preservation of the Natural Environment
š Development of Favorable Landscapes
š Maintenance of Cultural Heritage
š Recreation/Relaxation
š Viability of Rural Community
š Food Security
The pictures are from the successive "Photo Contest for Beautiful Japanese Villages"