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Ajinomoto — ESG Presentation (March 2026)
32 slides from Ajinomoto's sustainability presentation, Mar 16, 2026
Slide 1: Initiatives to Maximize ASV by Enhancing Sustainability
Initiatives to Maximize ASV by Enhancing Sustainability Kaori Ono Executive Officer In charge of Sustainability March 16, 2026
Slide 2: Today's Message
Today’s Message ⚫ Sustainability is at the core of our ASV initiatives. Acting together with Group companies and businesses under our Group-wide strategy, we will advance initiatives to accelerate business growth and to create both social and economic value. ⚫ The Ajinomoto Group is working together
Slide 3: Our Path Toward Achieving ASV Maximization
Our Path Toward Achieving ASV Maximization By reducing negative impact and expanding positive impact through our business, we will increase the resilience of our business foundation and create opportunities for growth, thereby maximizing ASV. This uniquely Ajinomoto approach draws on our strength in
Slide 4: Ajinomoto Group Initiatives Tied to Our Six Material Themes
Ajinomoto Group Initiatives Tied to Our Six Material Themes We are steadily advancing initiatives to reduce negative impact arising from our business and to create positive impact on society. Today, I will explain our initiatives to create positive impact. Six Material Themes Focus Areas Initiatives
Slide 5: Initiatives to Create Positive Impact
Initiatives to Create Positive Impact ◼ Value creation initiatives in the value chain • Raw materials, procurement (upstream) • Production, sales, logistics (midstream) • Consumers (downstream) ◼ Further value creation initiatives in areas beyond the value chain Copyright © 2026 Ajinomoto Co., Inc.
Slide 6: Ajinomoto Group's Approach to the Entire Value Chain
Ajinomoto Group’s Approach to the Entire Value Chain By providing solutions based on “AminoScience” and collaborating with stakeholders, we are solving diverse social issues and creating value throughout the value chain, from the production of raw materials upstream to the diets of consumers downstr
Slide 7: Value Creation Initiatives in Raw Materials and Procurement (Upstream)
Value Creation Initiatives in Raw Materials and Procurement (Upstream) In our initiatives aimed at upstream processes, we are building capacity, providing biostimulant* products, and agricultural technical support to address social issues, such as the strengthening of farmers’ management capabilitie
Slide 8: Value Creation with Cassava Farmers in Thailand
Raw materials, procurement (upstream) Value Creation with Cassava Farmers in Thailand In Thailand, we are providing 4,000 farmers with cassava mosaic disease-free seed stalks, together with education and training programs. Yield has increased by over 30%. This is contributing to farmers’ autonomy an
Slide 9: Value Creation with Cassava Farmers in Vietnam
Raw materials, procurement (upstream) Value Creation with Cassava Farmers in Vietnam In Vietnam, too, we provide a proprietary cultivation package that combines technical guidance on topics such as disease-resistant new varieties, co-product* fertilizers, and soil preparation. This has roughly doubl
Slide 10: Contributing to Brand Value through Initiatives with Farmers
Raw materials, procurement (upstream) Contributing to Brand Value through Initiatives with Farmers Our brand recognition rate and favorability are both nearly 90% in Thailand and Vietnam. We think that initiatives, such as support for farmers, contribute to the enhancement of our brand power. Recogn
Slide 11: Global Expansion of Value Creation with Farmers
Raw materials, procurement (upstream) Global Expansion of Value Creation with Farmers Taking advantage of our global network, we are also deploying initiatives widely that lead to increased yields and reduced GHG emissions, and results are steadily expanding. These initiatives include regenerative a
Slide 12: Initiatives for Production, Sales, and Logistics (Midstream)
Initiatives for Production, Sales, and Logistics (Midstream) In our initiatives aimed at midstream processes, we are reducing environmental impact through initiatives such as joint transport with other companies, and sustainable use of resources. Raw materials, procurement Production, sales, logisti
Slide 13: Joint Transport and Other Initiatives
Production, sales, logistics (midstream) Joint Transport and Other Initiatives In Japan, we are reducing environmental impact, improving logistics efficiency, and addressing shortages of transport personnel through joint transport with other companies. We are deploying such initiatives overseas, too
Slide 14: Initiatives for Consumers (Downstream)
Initiatives for Consumers (Downstream) In our initiatives for consumers, we provide products that combine deliciousness with health and nutrition for all, from healthy people to those dealing with lifestyle diseases, undernourishment, and other health and nutritional issues. Raw materials, procureme
Slide 15: Health and Nutrition Domain: The Ajinomoto Group's Value Creation
Consumers (downstream) Health and Nutrition Domain: The Ajinomoto Group’s Value Creation Through wide-ranging solutions based on “AminoScience,” we contribute to solving issues in diverse phases of health, from prevention to post-treatment. Healthy (prevention) Pre-symptomatic Illness (treatment) Po
Slide 16: Health and Nutrition Issues: Excessive Salt, Sugar, and Fat Intake
Consumers (downstream) Health and Nutrition Issues: Excessive Salt, Sugar, and Fat Intake Excessive intake of salt, sugar, and fat is seen as a health risk factor. Under recommendations by WHO, countries are undertaking policies to control intake. Healthy (prevention) Pre-symptomatic Illness (treatm
Slide 17: Reduced Salt, Sugar, and Fat: Ajinomoto Group Solutions
Consumers (downstream) Reduced Salt, Sugar, and Fat: Ajinomoto Group Solutions In the BtoB and BtoC fields, we provide a wealth of products and solutions that address excessive intake of salt, sugar, and fat. We are solving issues and growing our business with our initiatives and products, which are
Slide 18: Achievement of Well-Being through Food
Consumers (downstream) The Ajinomoto Group’s Value Creation in Health and Nutrition: Achievement of Well-Being through Food In addition to initiatives to reduce salt, sugar, and fat, we promote the appropriate intake of protein, vegetables, and fruits to help extend the healthy life expectancy of 1
Slide 19: Free Nutritious Meal Program in Indonesia
Consumers (downstream) Partnership Initiatives: Initiatives for Free Nutritious Meal Program in Indonesia Under Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal Program, a government-led initiative to provide free meals*, we provide support meal planning and nutrition education that balance nutrition with cost, usi
Slide 20: Fusion of Medicine and Foods—Creation of a Food Environment for Healthy Diets
Consumers (downstream) Partnership Initiatives: Fusion of Medicine and Foods—Creation of a Food Environment for Healthy Diets In the medical field, we are offering AI-based recipe and meal-planning support services attuned to the issues of both patients and healthcare professionals. By creating a pl
Slide 21: Initiatives to Create Positive Impact
Initiatives to Create Positive Impact ◼ Value creation initiatives in the value chain • Raw materials, procurement (upstream) • Production, sales, logistics (midstream) • Consumers (downstream) ◼ Further value creation initiatives in areas beyond the value chain Copyright © 2026 Ajinomoto Co., Inc.
Slide 22: GHG Emissions Reduction and Business Opportunities in Agrifood Systems
GHG Emissions Reduction and Business Opportunities in Agrifood Systems Over 20% of global GHG emissions originate in agrifood systems. The transformation of agrifood systems is gaining momentum with the holding of COP30, the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in the major agricultural co
Slide 23: Agrifood Decarbonization: Reduction of Costs and GHG Emissions in Livestock Production
Ajinomoto Group’s Agrifood Decarbonization Solutions: Reduction of Costs and GHG Emissions in Livestock Production AjiPro -L reduces both feed costs for farmers and GHG emissions by enhancing feed efficiency in raising cattle. At COP30, we were invited to events by the Development Bank and the forme
Slide 24: Agrifood Decarbonization: Recovery of Degraded Pastures
Ajinomoto Group’s Agrifood Decarbonization Solutions: Recovery of Degraded Pastures and Enhancement of Productivity Biostimulants that use “AminoScience” enhance the efficiency of the use of nutrients and resistance to stress by activating innate physiological functions in plants. At COP30, trial re
Slide 25: Building an Ecosystem for Solution Deployment
Building an Ecosystem for Solution Deployment To scale up problem-solving through our solutions, building an ecosystem is essential. By working together with farmers as the primary producers, as well as financial institutions, governments, academia, and other solution providers, we aim to achieve sc
Slide 26: Trends in the Carbon Credit Market
Carbon Credit Trends in the Carbon Credit Market Between 2030 and 2050, the carbon credit market is expected to grow significantly amid regulatory progress and rising corporate demand. Although the agrifood market remains limited today, we seek to expand economic value through public–private capital
Slide 27: Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM)
Carbon Credit Joint Crediting Mechanism（JCM） JCM is a mechanism by which the amounts of GHG reduction and absorption created through cooperation between Japan and partner countries are allocated in line with the countries’ degrees of contribution. The 11th JCM Partner Countries’ Meeting was held at
Slide 28: Joint Statement at COP30: Agriculture and Livestock JCM through Public-Private Partnership
Carbon Credit Joint Statement at COP30: Toward the Expansion of Agriculture and Livestock JCM through Public-Private Partnership Under the “MIDORI∞INFINITY” framework of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, 32 companies, including the Ajinomoto Group, issued a statement on the promot
Slide 29: Creation of a New Financial System using AjiPro-L
Financial Schemes Advancing Implementation through Partnerships: Creation of a New Financial System using AjiPro -L We have established a strategic partnership with Banco do Brasil,* a key player in agricultural loans in Brazil. At COP30, we concluded a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the estab
Slide 30: Financial Valuation of GHG Reduction Amounts
Mid-to Long-Term Financial Value Creation Financial Valuation of GHG Reduction Amounts Monetization of GHG emissions reductions is expected to progress in a phased and non-linear manner. • Phase (1): Leverage existing carbon credit schemes to convert emissions reductions into revenue and incentives
Slide 31: In Closing
In Closing We will further deploy strategic initiatives leveraging the strengths of “AminoScience,” together with stakeholders, throughout the value chain and beyond its boundaries. While steadily advancing reductions in negative impact, we will expand the creation of positive impact as we continue
Slide 32: Forward-looking statements
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