Mission Produce® Implements Policy Addressing Illegal Deforestation
Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO), a leading Hass avocado distributor, has implemented a policy to combat illegal deforestation in Michoacán, Mexico's primary avocado-producing region. The company will prohibit sourcing from 279 orchards identified by the State Ministry of Environment as linked to illegal deforestation. Mission Produce will conduct quarterly reviews of additional ranches flagged for deforestation and explore further actions to address this environmental concern. This initiative demonstrates the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and aims to set an industry precedent.
Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO), un importante distributore di avocado Hass, ha implementato una politica per combattere la deforestazione illegale nello stato di Michoacán, la principale regione di produzione di avocado del Messico. L'azienda proibisce l'approvvigionamento da 279 frutteti identificati dal Ministero dell'Ambiente statale come collegati alla deforestazione illegale. Mission Produce effettuerà revisioni trimestrali di ulteriori fattorie segnalate per deforestazione ed esplorerà ulteriori azioni per affrontare questa preoccupazione ambientale. Questa iniziativa dimostra l'impegno dell'azienda per la tutela ambientale e mira a stabilire un precedente nel settore.
Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO), un distribuidor líder de aguacates Hass, ha implementado una política para combatir la deforestación ilegal en Michoacán, la principal región productora de aguacate de México. La empresa prohibirá la obtención de productos agrícolas de 279 huertos identificados por el Ministerio del Medio Ambiente estatal como vinculados a la deforestación ilegal. Mission Produce llevará a cabo revisiones trimestrales de ranchos adicionales señalados por deforestación y explorará acciones adicionales para abordar esta preocupación ambiental. Esta iniciativa demuestra el compromiso de la empresa con la gestión ambiental y busca establecer un precedente en la industria.
Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO), 주요 하스 아보카도 유통업체,는 멕시코의 주요 아보카도 생산 지역인 미초아칸에서 불법 벌목에 맞서기 위한 정책을 시행했습니다. 이 회사는 주 환경부가 불법 벌목과 연관된 것으로 확인한 279개 과수원에서의 조달을 금지합니다. Mission Produce는 추가로 불법 벌목으로 표시된 목장을 분기별로 검토하고 이 환경 문제를 해결하기 위한 추가 조치를 탐색할 것입니다. 이 이니셔티브는 환경 관리에 대한 회사의 의지를 보여주며, 업계의 선례를 세우는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO), un distributeur de premier plan d'avocats Hass, a mis en œuvre une politique pour lutter contre la déforestation illégale dans l'État de Michoacán, la principale région de production d'avocats au Mexique. L'entreprise interdira l'approvisionnement en provenance de 279 vergers identifiés par le ministère de l'Environnement de l'État comme liés à la déforestation illégale. Mission Produce effectuera des examens trimestriels d'autres ranchs signalés pour déforestation et explorera d'autres actions pour faire face à cette préoccupation environnementale. Cette initiative démontre l'engagement de l'entreprise envers la gestion environnementale et vise à établir un précédent dans l'industrie.
Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO), ein führender Distributor von Hass-Avocados, hat eine Politik zur Bekämpfung illegaler Abholzung in Michoacán, der wichtigsten Avocado-Produktionsregion Mexikos, umgesetzt. Das Unternehmen wird die Beschaffung von 279 Obstplantagen untersagen, die vom staatlichen Umweltministerium als mit illegaler Abholzung verbunden eingestuft wurden. Mission Produce wird vierteljährliche Überprüfungen von weiteren Ranches durchführen, die wegen Abholzung markiert wurden, und weitere Maßnahmen zur Bekämpfung dieses Umweltproblems prüfen. Diese Initiative zeigt das Engagement des Unternehmens für Umweltschutz und zielt darauf ab, einen Branchenstandard zu setzen.
- Shows environmental responsibility and proactive risk management
- Potential to strengthen stakeholder relationships and brand reputation
- Demonstrates industry leadership in sustainability practices
- Reduction in available sourcing options could impact supply chain flexibility
- Potential increase in operational costs due to stricter sourcing requirements
- Supply constraints might affect product availability
Insights
This policy implementation represents a significant step in sustainable sourcing practices for Mission Produce, though its immediate financial impact may be The company's proactive stance in addressing illegal deforestation in Michoacán demonstrates strong ESG commitment, which could positively influence institutional investor sentiment and reduce supply chain risks. The quarterly review mechanism shows a structured approach to compliance.
The exclusion of 279 orchards from Mission's sourcing network may temporarily impact supply flexibility, but the company's diverse sourcing strategy across multiple regions should minimize operational disruptions. This policy aligns with growing consumer and investor focus on sustainable agriculture, potentially strengthening Mission's market position and brand value in the long term.
OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVO) (“Mission” or “the Company”) a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados, today announced the implementation of a policy aimed at addressing illegal deforestation associated with avocado farming in Michoacán, Mexico.
“Illegal deforestation in Michoacán, where a significant majority of Mexico’s overall avocado production is from, is an important issue to our Company and our stakeholders,” said John Pawlowski, President and Chief Operating Officer. “For that reason, we are taking action to promote environmental stewardship in this area. While we cannot solve the issue of illegal deforestation in this region alone, this policy demonstrates our commitment to be part of the solution and aims to set a positive precedent in the industry.”
In the policy, Mission Produce will prohibit its direct sourcing operations in Michoacán from sourcing avocados from the 279 orchards recently identified to be associated with illegal deforestation by the Ministry of Environment for the State of Michoacán. On a quarterly basis, the Company will review and assess any additional ranches identified by the Ministry of Environment for the State of Michoacán to be associated with illegal deforestation and continue to explore available resources and methodologies to identify additional actions it can implement to address this important issue.
The policy can be found on the Sustainability Page of the Company’s website at www.missionproduce.com/sustainability.
About Mission Produce, Inc.:
Mission Produce is a global leader in the worldwide avocado business with additional offerings in mangos and blueberries. Since 1983, Mission Produce has been sourcing, producing and distributing fresh Hass avocados, and currently services retail, wholesale and foodservice customers in over 27 countries. The vertically integrated Company owns and operates four state-of-the-art packing facilities in key growing locations globally, including California, Mexico and Peru and has additional sourcing capabilities in Chile, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Brazil, Ecuador, South Africa and more, which allow the company to provide a year-round supply of premium fruit. Mission’s global distribution network includes strategically positioned forward distribution centers across key markets throughout North America, China, Europe, and the UK, offering value-added services such as ripening, bagging, custom packing and logistical management. For more information, please visit www.missionproduce.com.
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