Companies are expanding local production in the United States, with Kikkoman, Ajinomoto and Japan's Nissin increasing their production capacity. Meanwhile, CJ CheilJedang is building a new plant in South Dakota following its acquisition of Schwan's.
Against the backdrop of expanding local production in the United States, companies that make up K-food and J-food are increasing their production capacity. Although the specific scale and timing of the expansions are not stated in the article, it can be understood that efforts to strengthen local production capabilities are under way.
Following its acquisition of Schwan's, CJ CheilJedang is building a new plant in South Dakota. Its production base is expected to expand through capital investment in facilities following the acquisition.