TOKYO, Apr 10 (Pulse News Wire) – Hokuryo CO.,LTD. (1384.T) reported a fire incident at its Chitose farm facility located in Chitose City, Hokkaido, which occurred on April 08, 2026.
Immediate firefighting efforts successfully contained the blaze, resulting in damage limited to one chicken house capable of housing approximately 40,000 birds. There were no reports of human casualties.
Regarding the impact on operations, the company stated that the disruption to egg supply would be minor and anticipated effects on overall performance remain negligible. Further updates will be provided should additional significant developments arise.
An investigation into the cause of the fire is currently underway.
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