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Major Food Companies and Wholesalers Establish 'Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food'

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Published Jun 10, 2026 2:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 3:31 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Kokubu Group, Nessu, Ajinomoto, Kagome, and Umios established the 'Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food' on May 7, 2026.
The group aims to achieve sustainable food aid and food waste reduction through a paid-distribution model utilizing existing logistics.

Kokubu Group, Nessu, Ajinomoto, Kagome, and Umios established the 'Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food' on May 7, 2026. The group aims to achieve sustainable food aid and food waste reduction through a paid-distribution model utilizing existing logistics.

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Published: Jun 10, 2026

Kokubu Group Corp. and Nessu Inc., joined by representatives from Ajinomoto Co., Inc., Kagome Co., Ltd., and Umios Inc., established the 'Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food' on May 7, 2026.

The consortium facilitates collaboration among wholesalers and food manufacturers to deliver 'unutilized food'—products within their shelf-life but ineligible for shipment due to trade norms—to children's cafeterias and needy households on a sustainable, as-needed basis.

Rather than one-off donations, the consortium builds a mechanism for sustainable participation through 'social pricing,' utilizing existing trade and logistics channels.

At a press conference on June 10, 2026, the members announced the initiative's purpose and strategy. Moving forward, food manufacturers will list products on the 'Unutilized Food Information Platform (Rosu-Pura).' These goods will be delivered from Kokubu Group's logistics centers to beneficiaries via Nessu's e-commerce site.

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FAQ

What is the purpose of the Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food established by Kokubu Group on May 7, 2026?

The consortium aims to achieve sustainable food aid and reduce food waste through a paid-distribution model using existing logistics.

Which companies joined Ajinomoto in forming the Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food on May 7, 2026?

Kokubu Group, Nessu, Kagome, and Umios joined Ajinomoto in establishing the consortium on May 7, 2026.

How does the Kagome-led initiative on May 7, 2026, plan to distribute unutilized food?

The consortium formed on May 7, 2026, plans to use a paid-distribution model leveraging existing logistics networks.

When did Umios and four other companies officially launch the Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food?

Umios and four other companies officially launched the consortium on May 7, 2026.

What role does Nessu play in the food waste reduction effort started on May 7, 2026?

Nessu is a founding member of the Consortium for Utilization of Unutilized Food launched on May 7, 2026, to reduce food waste.

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