In 2011, the Fukushima Daichi Nuclear Power Plant entered crisis mode following a tsunami and an earthquake. Three nuclear meltdowns occurred, prompting the release of radioactive material. ADVERTISEMENTAs a safety precaution, the farmers will conduct radiation tests before shipping their rice. Experimental rice planting in the area had been done since 2012. So far, none of the rice grown showed radioactivity exceeding the safety standard.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 11, 2017 09:45 UTC