Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Establishes the “Food Education Practice Excellence Corporation Award” to Recognize and Commend Organizations Promoting Food Education for Their Employees
Tokyo, Japan – The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) is pleased to announce the establishment of a new initiative, the “Food Education Practice Excellence Corporation Award” (食育実践優良法人顕彰制度). This award aims to recognize and publicly commend corporations that are actively implementing food education programs for their employees. The official announcement was made on July 18, 2025.
In today’s society, promoting healthy eating habits and a deeper understanding of food is crucial for individual well-being and societal progress. Recognizing the vital role that businesses can play in fostering such awareness among their workforce, MAFF has introduced this award to encourage and highlight exemplary corporate efforts in this area.
The “Food Education Practice Excellence Corporation Award” will identify and honor those corporations that demonstrate a commitment to providing their employees with opportunities to learn about and practice good nutrition, food safety, and the broader significance of food in our lives. This can encompass a wide range of activities, from providing healthy meal options in the workplace and offering nutritional counseling to organizing educational workshops on food sourcing, preparation, and the cultural aspects of food.
By establishing this award, MAFF seeks to:
- Promote a culture of healthy eating within the corporate sector: Encouraging businesses to invest in the health and well-being of their employees through food education can lead to a more productive and healthier workforce.
- Raise awareness of the importance of food education: The award will shine a spotlight on the positive impact that well-executed food education programs can have, inspiring other organizations to follow suit.
- Recognize and support corporate social responsibility: Companies that actively engage in food education for their employees are demonstrating a commitment to their staff’s welfare and contributing to a more food-literate society.
- Foster innovation in workplace wellness: The award will likely encourage the development of creative and effective food education strategies tailored to the corporate environment.
MAFF believes that this initiative will not only benefit the participating corporations and their employees but also contribute to the broader national goals of improving public health and promoting sustainable food systems. Further details regarding the award criteria, application process, and selection timeline will be made available in due course.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries looks forward to celebrating the achievements of corporations that are leading the way in cultivating a greater appreciation and understanding of food among their employees.
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