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Agriculture and Food Production

As ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) legislation grows ever more demanding, companies working in agriculture and food production face increasing pressure to ensure compliance in areas like sustainable product sourcing, ethical labour practices, and environmental impact. These pressures are set to increase this year with the implementation of new EU ESG regulations, introduced as part of the EU’s green deal and a broader move to more sustainable business practices.

Several key emerging regulations will significantly impact the agriculture and food production industry, including the new “Green Claims” directive, which targets greenwashing by requiring companies to substantiate any environmental claims made about their products. The revised EU legislation on packaging will also impact companies by mandating substantial changes in standards to minimise waste and enhance recyclability.

These new regulations add to an already complex and evolving compliance landscape, further challenging businesses to stay compliant.

The Challenge

Food and agriculture companies will need to invest in innovative technologies, adopt more sustainable farming and production practices, and enhance oversight across their supply chains to meet the increasingly stringent ESG regulatory standards.

As the demand for sustainability grows, businesses in this sector must prioritise responsible sourcing, water and soil management, and reduced carbon emissions to stay competitive. Crucially, they need to provide clear evidence of these efforts in their reporting.

Our Solution

Unannounced Supplier Inspections

We carry out unannounced inspections across your supply chain, giving you greater transparency and providing you with the evidence needed for accurate ESG reporting.

Tailored Solutions

Whether a company is concerned about worker conditions or needs to verify the sustainable sourcing of a product, VICTVS provides targeted solutions that address these specific concerns.

Global Reach with Local Expertise

With our global network we can conduct Ground Truth Reporting in virtually any region or market, providing insights that are culturally and contextually relevant.

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The Outcome

Ground Truth Reporting is an essential resource for food and agriculture businesses aiming to meet the demands of current and future ESG reporting standards. By providing real-time, accurate insights into environmental practices, social standards and governance, Ground Truth Reporting enables companies to:

Ensure compliance with complex regulations.
Mitigate risks associated with environmental impact, labour practices, and ethical governance.
Enhance data accuracy for reliable ESG reporting.
Improve stakeholder trust and access to investment opportunities.

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What our Clients Say

“Ground Truth Reporting has transformed our approach to ESG reporting. With real-time data on our farming practices, supply chains, and environmental impacts, we can ensure compliance with regulations while demonstrating our commitment to sustainability.”

J Lewis, Sustainability Director, Agriculture

Find out how Ground Truth Reporting can help you.

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