Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals Since 2019, we have aligned Arvesta's sustainability approach with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
We focus primarily on the following SDGs:
For each of these SDGs, we have determined which underlying sub-goals we are specifically focusing on.
Arvesta will work towards sustainable and productive agriculture and horticulture
Arvesta will realise economic growth in a responsible way with satisfied and engaged employees
Arvesta will innovate sustainably in its own operations
• Arvesta is committed to pursuing sustainable innovation and using new technology with a view to more efficient and effective agriculture and horticulture.
• Arvesta is committed to developing sustainable solutions and services (B2B/C) that are good for people, the environment and animals and at the same time improve the farmer's and horticulturist's yields.
• Arvesta focuses on continuous advice to the farmer and horticulturist and pays special attention to sustainable agriculture and horticulture.
• All companies within Arvesta apply a uniform EHSQ approach.
• Arvesta invests permanently in products and concepts with a view to improving animal welfare and safety in the food chain.
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• The satisfaction (‘employee satisfaction’) and engagement (‘employee engagement’) of Arvesta employees increased by 7 pp in 2020.
• Arvesta undertakes to guarantee better traceability of its products. • Arvesta commits to 250,000 tons less CO2 emissions by 2025. • Arvesta makes consumer packaging for bread and baking mixes with 100% recyclable monoplastic film. • All new Arvesta buildings meet the BREEAM standard, with performance level ‘Good’ as a minimum.
