Responding to a constantly changing world has never been more challenging or important. From climate change to protecting water and improving soil health, human rights to renewable energy, we believe that being good stewards of our planet and its people is a shared responsibility that has far-reaching implications for many generations to come.
Click to learn more about our initiatives on our Annual Sustainability Report.
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The protection of natural resources is integrated throughout Universal’s global operations, and we have implemented many practices aimed at preserving soil, water, air, and forests. We focus on implementing projects that reduce our carbon footprint, protect natural habitats in our supply chain, and educate growers on implementing sustainable and regenerative agricultural through our Good Agricultural Practices.
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Universal strives to contribute meaningfully to the communities – globally and locally – where we operate. Our efforts extend far beyond the fields, as we actively contribute to sustain and strengthen our commitment to communities where our growers, technicians, and employees work and live.
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Universal is committed to business practices that respect the human rights of our employees and farmers. We have a long history of doing business with integrity and will continue to take decisive actions that lead to lasting, sustainable improvements across our operations, supply chains, and the communities we touch.
