Mercury Donates 50kg of Pesticide-Free Rice Grown by Diverse Employees to 7 Shinjuku Child Cafeterias

Mercury Co., Ltd., a human resources service company that enriches the lives of those it works with through the recruitment and development of diverse talent, has donated approximately 50kg of pesticide-free rice grown by its 'Mercury Agricultural Activities Department' to seven child cafeterias in Shinjuku.

This initiative was conducted in line with the 'International Day of Families' on May 15, with the aim of supporting the dining tables of local children and families.

The rice provided is 'Fusaotome,' a Chiba brand rice grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers at a farm in Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture. This fiscal year, approximately 240kg was harvested, part of which was presented as a commemorative gift to new employees for 2026, and part utilized to support local children and families.

■ Background
In June 2024, Mercury launched the 'Mercury Agricultural Activities Department.' They produce vegetables and rice at a farm in Kisarazu City using pesticide-free and chemical-fertilizer-free farming methods.

The department includes employees with disabilities, and by working together across positions and characteristics, they promote communication among employees and the creation of an inclusive workplace.

This time, driven by the desire to deliver the rice grown by employees to local children, they provided it to seven groups participating in the 'Shinjuku Children's Network.'

■ Utilization at Recipients
At 'Torebu Child Cafeteria' held on May 9, 2026, an experience-based event themed 'the joy of making it yourself' was held. Children participated in the 'Nigi-Nigi Onigiri Operation,' where they made rice balls themselves, among other meals, allowing them to experience the joy of making food and gain interest in dietary habits.

Additionally, at 'Niko-Niko Kodomo Himitsu Kichi' held on May 11, 2026, the rice was used in curry and salad menus, supporting the time local families spend together around a warm dining table.

■ Initiative Overview
Name: Provision of rice grown by the Mercury Agricultural Activities Department
Provided amount: Approx. 50kg
Variety: Fusaotome
Harvest volume: Approx. 240kg
Recipients: 7 child cafeteria groups participating in the Shinjuku Children's Network (Kitayon 25 Shokudo, Nishishinjuku Child Cafeteria, Torebu Child Cafeteria, Niko-Niko Kodomo Himitsu Kichi, Uchinora Shokudo, Engawa Kazoku Shokudo, Karem Child Cafeteria).