noun
conversion of agricultural land; farmland conversion
Refers to changing the designated use of farmland, typically to residential, commercial, or industrial purposes, often requiring government permission under the Agricultural Land Act.
農地転用の許可を得るには、農業委員会の審査が必要だ。
To obtain permission for farmland conversion, a review by the agricultural committee is required.
この地域では農地転用が進み、住宅地が増えている。
In this area, farmland conversion is progressing, and residential areas are increasing.