Projects Food and Nutrition

The Ajinomoto Foundation, a foundation for Thai society, supports knowledge in food and nutrition for project personnel to improve school lunch programs and provide better nutrition for students.

Background : The Ajinomoto Foundation, in collaboration with the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), has been supporting the construction of Ajinomoto Canteens since 2010 to promote proper nutrition and healthier learning environments for Thai children.
Project Phases
Phase 1 (2010–2014): 50 Years 50 Schools – 50 Ajinomoto Canteens
Phase 2 (2015–2019): Ajinomoto for Thai: Better Nutrition, Stronger Nation – 80 additional Ajinomoto Canteens
Phase 3 (2020–2025): The project expanded to include nutrition education and learning resources, along with 50 additional Ajinomoto Canteens
Phase 4 (2026–2027): 16 additional Ajinomoto Canteens, expanding coverage to all 183 Primary Educational Service Areas

Background : Building on the success of the 50 Years 50 Schools initiative, the Ajinomoto Foundation launched the Ajinomoto for Thai: Better Nutrition, Stronger Nation project to expand its support beyond the construction of Ajinomoto Canteens.
The project combines quality canteen facilities with nutrition education, learning resources, and training for teachers and educational personnel to promote healthier eating habits and improve the nutritional well-being of Thai children. The initiative aims to expand its reach to all 183 Primary Educational Service Areas nationwide.