CJ FOODS JAPAN Co., Ltd. agreed to acquire 50% stake in Ebara CJ Fresh Foods Co., Ltd. from Ebara Foods Industry,Inc. (TSE:2819) on September 13, 2021. As per terms of transaction, Ebara Foods Industry,Inc. will transferre 250 shares representing 50% stake. Post completion, Ebara CJ Fresh Foods Co., Ltd. will be excluded from Ebara Foods Industry,Inc. affiliated companies. The Share Purchase agreement will be singed on September 30, 2021 and transaction is expected to complete on October 31, 2021. The impact of the dissolution of the joint venture on the consolidated financial results of the Ebara Foods Industry,Inc. for the fiscal year ending March 2022 is expected to be minor.