- Stahmann Webster, a company based in Australia, undertook a project focused on research, business implementation, and product development. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 6, 12, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Industrial innovation, energy efficiency, circular economy, supply chain transparency and traceability, diversity, equity and inclusion, net zero and Scope 3 emissions, nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture, water management, engagement with local communities and the products in question are almonds, macadamias, pecans and walnuts. This 19-month project was completed on 10/03/2023. Abstract: Taking decisive action now to have a positive impact on global and Australian agriculture, Stahmann Webster is committed to proactively work to meet and comply to the Leading Harvest Australia Farmland Management Standard Est. 2023. Our pledge to produce safe and healthy foods will now be strengthened by our commitment to our communities and the planet, leading us to constantly improve, not only as a business, but as members of society. [Read More]
- Treehouse California Almonds, LLC, a company based in USA, undertook a project focused on research and business implementation. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 6, 12, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Industrial innovation, circular economy, supply chain transparency and traceability, nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture, water management, multistakeholder collaboration (scientist, farmers, researchers, CPG’s, processors and crop advisors) and the product in question is almonds. This 5 years project is expected to run until 2027. Abstract: The Almond Project is a multi-year, farmer-led partnership created to identify more sustainable farming methods and pave the way towards a more resilient future for almonds. By building a coalition of farmers, scientists, brands, technical service providers, processors, and customers, we’re implementing and testing a variety of soil health practices on almond farms in California. We’re measuring key outcomes across soil and ecosystem health, such as… [Read More]
- Moll Marzipan GmbH, a company based in Germany, undertook a project focused on business implementation. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project is 13. The topic of the project is Energy efficiency, net zero and scope 3 emissions and the products in question are almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamias, pecans, pistachios and walnuts. This project started in 2012 and is still ongoing with no limited permanent process. Abstract: Moll Marzipan, located in Berlin, Germany is one of the biggest producers of marzipan/persipan in the world. More or less 50% of our production is raw masses. The other 50% is ABC from all kind of nuts except peanuts. We have about 100 employees. In 2012 we started our OPTIMOLL program. This program is a possibility for employees of direct participation in the company to achieve improvements on different subjects. [Read More]
- The Wonderful Company, a company based in USA, undertook a project focused on business implementation. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 12 and 13. The topic of the project is Net zero and Scope 3 emissions and the products in question are almonds and pistachios. This 2 years project was completed on March 2023. Abstract: Wonderful Pistachios and Almonds is a proud, longstanding member of INC, part of The Wonderful Company —recently recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal for its work culture and commitment to sustainability. One of the world’s largest single processors of nuts, the vertical integration of our business has enabled us to implement a wide range of significant sustainability practices across our operations. This includes water-efficient irrigation systems, eco-friendly pest… [Read More]
- LIMBUA Group Limited, a company based in Kenya, undertook a project focused on research, business implementation and product development. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 12, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Industrial innovation, energy efficiency, circular economy, supply chain transparency and traceability, diversity, equity and inclusion, net zero and scope 3 emissions, nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture and the product in question is macadamias. This project started in 2009 and is still ongoing. Abstract: LIMBUA is a German-Kenyan social enterprise, which trades and processes organic macadamias, dried mango, avocado oil and coffee from Kenyan smallholders. We are working closely with more than 7,000 smallholders in the Kenyan highland at the foot of Mount Kenya. LIMBUA’s approach is comprehensive: One goal is to improve the rural Kenyan population’s standard of living by bringing the smallholders’ harvest to the international market without middlemen… [Read More]
- ATCO – August Töpfer & Co. (GmbH & Co.) KG and DORADO Ivory SA (subsidiary of Royal Nuts PTE Ltd.), a company based in Germany, undertook a project focused on community development project. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 6 and 12. The topic of the project is Water management and the product in question is cashews. This 5-month project is expected to run until 03/08/2023. Abstract: Access to clean and healthy drinking water is a big challenge for many communities around the world. For almost a third of the world population, a regular water supply is not secured. People living in poor and/or rural areas are especially affected by this problem. A secure water supply should not only be clean but also situated near communities, only then can the families fully rely on it. In order to tackle these problems ATCO and DORADO initiated a project, to provide clean and secure… [Read More]
- Blue Diamond Growers, a company based in USA, undertook a project focused on business implementation. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2 and 15. The topic of the project is Supply chain transparency and traceability, nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture, water management and the product in question is almonds. This annual project started on 26/08/2022 and is expected to run until 2030. Abstract: The Blue Diamond Orchard Stewardship Incentive Program (OSIP) is a science-based program of best practice information designed to optimize almond orchard management while minimizing risk of negative environmental and social impacts. This program provides a financial incentive to Member-growers who choose to participate. The practices involved in the OSIP are selected by Blue Diamond to document the high level of performance executed by our members on these issues… [Read More]
- Nutwork, a company based in Germany, undertook a project focused on business implementation. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 12, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Supply chain transparency and traceability, diversity, equity and inclusion, net zero and scope 3 emissions, child labor, German and European due diligence legislation, sustainability audits, reduce poverty through minimum wage and the products in question are almonds, brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamias, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios, walnuts, peanuts, dates, dried apricots, dried cranberries, dried figs, dried grapes, prunes. This 2.5-month project started on 21/03/2023. Abstract: Nutwork, located in Hamburg, Germany, is a leading private label supplier of nuts and dried fruits to major retailers in Germany and Europe. Through its vast supplier network in over 60 countries, Nutwork imports more than 34,000 MT each year. Sustainability is a core element of Nutwork’s business model. Our vision is to become the preferred partner of our customers for sustainable nuts and dried fruits. To this end, we published a Supplier Code of Conduct detailing our sustainability… [Read More]
- Pomona Farming, a company based in USA, undertook a project focused on research, business implementation, product development, sustainable technology and data innovation. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 6, 12, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Industrial innovation, energy efficiency, circular economy: profitable processing/by products, supply chain transparency and traceability, diversity, equity and inclusion, net zero and scope 3 emissions, nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture, water management, packaging and the product in question is almonds. This 12-month project is expected to run until 31/10/2023. Abstract: Pomona Farming encountered challenges in our world’s production of traceable, clean nutritious food; therefore, our company set out to raise the standard. Pomona invests in every step of the process to ensure we provide sustainable solutions to produce the highest quality of food. Creativity and dedication are poured into our farming practices, we focus on delivering the safest, cleanest food while making sure we take care of our employees and communities… [Read More]
- ofi (Olam Food Ingredients), a company based in Singapour, undertook a project focused on business implementation. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 6, 12, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Energy efficiency, supply chain transparency and traceability, diversity, equity and inclusion, nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture, water management, Scope 3 emissions and the products in question are almonds, cashews and hazelnuts. This 10-years project is expected to run until 31/12/2030. Abstract: Our project submission is more than a decade of establishing and implementing programs to improve the environmental and social impact of almonds, cashews and hazelnuts. Most recently, we have taken this experience and pushed ourselves further by launching dedicated sustainability strategies with 2030 targets focusing the highly specific challenges of each supply chain: Cashew Trail in June 2021, Hazelnut Trail in December 2021, and Almond Trail in July 2022… [Read More]
- Importaco SA, a company based in Spain, undertook a project focused on product development. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 12, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture and the product in question is almonds. This 16-month project was completed on 01/08/2022. Abstract: Importaco is an international food company specialized in the production of nuts and mineral water. It was founded in 1940 and is currently one of the largest producers of nuts and dried fruits in Europe and the second largest mineral water group in Spain. Our corporate purpose is to improve people’s health and well-being, guaranteeing responsible production and consumption. Our broad commitment to sustainability is embodied in our Green Company strategy, in which we integrate sustainability into our business through three pillars: Green (Planet), Health (Product), Social (People). To meet the demands of our stakeholders and ensure the long-term sustainability of our company, our strategy is based on these three pillars, each with specific plans and… [Read More]
- TechnoServe, a company based in Benin, undertook a project focused on research and product development. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 13 and 15. The topic of the project is Circular economy, supply chain transparency and traceability, nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture and the product in question is cashews. This 8-years project is expected to run until 12/2031. Abstract: BeninCaju is a five-year program implemented by TechnoServe in partnership with Catholic Relief Services. The objective of BeninCaju is to develop the cashew sector in Benin into a more productive, diversified, and inclusive economic growth dynamic for the benefit of the country and its people. The program also aims at the sustainable development of the cashew sector for sustained growth. Over the life of the program, BeninCaju will increase yields and incomes for 49,000 smallholder cashew farmers, triple national processing capacity, catalyse the development of the nascent by-product market, and put the sector on a path to growth and success. [Read More]
- Almond Board of California, a company based in USA, undertook a project focused on research, grower outreach and regulatory incentives. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to this project are 2, 6, 12 and 13. The topic of the project is Nature-positive approaches and regenerative agriculture, water management and the product in question is almonds. This 24-month project is expected to run until 31/12/2024. Abstract: California’s variable climate compounded by the effects of climate change has long been a concern for permanent crops such as almonds. Given that groundwater provides up to 60% of agricultural water supplies in dry years, and must support agricultural, environmental, and urban demands, there is a strong public benefit in maintaining healthy aquifers. California’s Department of Water Resources (DWR) estimates the total storage capacity in California’s aquifers at somewhere between… [Read More]
