Sakata Seed America, Inc. regrets to announce that Mr. Zenichiro Kaneko, President of Sakata Seed Corporation passed away on Wednesday December 22, 1999. A private funeral service was held on December 25, 1999 and an official company sponsored funeral service will be held in Tokyo, Japan on January 22, 2000.

Sakata Seed Corporation as announced that the Board of Directors of Sakata Seed Corporation has appointed Mr. Hiroshi Sakuma, Chairman and Mr. Hideo Takahashi President.

Sakata Seed Corporation, headquartered in Yokohama, Japan is a leading international company in the flower and vegetable seed industry.

Sakata Seed America, Inc., a subsidiary of Sakata Seed Corporation is located in Morgan Hill, California. Involved in agriculture for over 85 years, Sakata helps growers worldwide benefit through its research of improved varieties. The company provides high quality flower and vegetable seed. For additional information on Sakata's products, services, or dealers, please call (408) 778-7758.

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