Tranche Update on Kaneko Seeds Co., Ltd.'s Equity Buyback Plan announced on January 19, 2024.

KANEKO SEEDS CO., LTD. is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the sale of seedlings, gardening products, agrochemicals and agricultural facilities, as well as the design and construction of hydroponic culture plants, greenhouses and gardens. The Company operates in four business segments. The Seedling segment is engaged in the contract production, purchase and sale of vegetable seeds, pasture seeds, virus-free seedlings and seeds, and the design and construction of landscaping work. The Flower Growing segment is engaged in the production and sale of flower seeds and seedlings, as well as the purchase and sale of gardening products. The Agricultural Material segment is involved in the purchase and sale of agrochemicals and others. The Facility segment is engaged in the provision of agricultural facilities, as well as the development and sale of hydroponic culture plants and greenhouses.