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Kikkoman Foods, Inc. Marks 50th Anniversary of Brewing Soy Sauce in the U.S. with Gifts to UW-Madison and UW-Milwaukee, Totaling $5 Million

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Friday, June 9, 2023

WALWORTH, Wis., June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fifty years ago, with the opening of Kikkoman Foods, Inc., a farm field in southern Wisconsin was transformed into what has now become the highest-producing soy sauce facility in the world. Today, the state of Wisconsin recognizes "Kikkoman Day," marking the golden anniversary of the plant opening in Walworth, Wis. The proclamation also celebrates the company's positive impact on the partnership between Wisconsin and Japan, and its contributions of more than $17 million to charitable causes in the local community and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the state of Wisconsin recognizes "Kikkoman Day," marking the golden anniversary of the plant opening in Walworth, Wis.
  • At its anniversary events today, the Kikkoman Foods, Inc. Foundation presented $5 million in support of sustainable agriculture and freshwater studies.
  • The time-honored traditional brewing process for soy sauce uses just four simple ingredients: water, soybeans, wheat, and salt.
  • "We're looking forward to the next 50 years of friendship and continued growth in our pursuit to make Kikkoman Soy Sauce a truly global seasoning."

Kikkoman to Showcase Teriyaki Coconut Jerky, No-Bone Broth Soup, and Honey Tamari Seasoned Nuts at IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo

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Friday, July 8, 2022

CHICAGO, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kikkoman today announced it will showcase Teriyaki Coconut Jerky, No-Bone Broth Dry Soup, and Honey Tamari Seasoned Nuts at IFT FIRST, taking place at McCormick Place in Chicago from July 10-13, 2022. After more than two years, IFT welcomes back the full annual event experience featuring both live and virtual scientific programming, business of food programming, and the largest B2B food innovation expo in North America.

Key Points: 
  • IFT's annual event and expo features in-person and virtual experiences, including the return of the largest B2B food innovation expo.
  • CHICAGO, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kikkoman today announced it will showcase Teriyaki Coconut Jerky, No-Bone Broth Dry Soup, and Honey Tamari Seasoned Nuts at IFT FIRST, taking place at McCormick Place in Chicago from July 10-13, 2022.
  • And last, with food companies focusing on supply chain issues, American-made Kikkoman soy sauces can reduce reliance on imported ingredients.
  • Honey Tamari Seasoned Nuts featuring Kikkoman Granulated Gluten-Free Tamari Soy Sauce are a great gluten-free protein-packed snack option.