(London) — ofi (olam food ingredients), a global leader in naturally good food and beverage ingredients, has Ìýearned America’s first Rainforest Alliance certification for its California almond orchards, Ìýunderscoring the company’s extensive sourcing and sustainability capabilities.ÌýÌý
As one of the world’s largest almond growers with orchards in California and Australia, ofi’s certification is good news for makers and consumers of almond-based food and drink products, Ìýfrom cereal bars and trail mixes to milk alternatives and flours. It not only demonstrates responsible Ìýalmond sourcing practices to customers but also highlights ofi‘s dedication to its ambitious Ìý‘Almond Trail‘ sustainability product strategy.ÌýÌý
ofi’s approach to producing high-quality, flavorful almonds with a lower carbon footprint is driven Ìýby its pioneering partnerships with the Almond Board of California and the California Water Action ÌýCollaborative, as well as universities and labs. The collaboration focuses on incorporating high Ìýlevels of mechanization and the latest agronomy practices to improve water-use efficiency, ensure best-practice pollinator management techniques, and increase orchard carbon capture Ìýactivities.Ìý
“We’re happy that ofi joined hands with us to certify their almond ranches in California. It’s great toÌý see their commitment to improving practices within the almond industry, from managing pestsÌý and chemicals responsibly to enhancing soil and supporting biodiversity. This move broadens theÌý choices for sustainability-conscious consumers, who can now enjoy Rainforest Alliance certifiedÌý almonds, hazelnuts, and cashews.†– Michelle Deugd, Director Forest and Agriculture, RainforestÌý Alliance
Damien Houlahan, Head of Almonds at ofi: “Our approach to responsible almond farming andÌý supply chain transparency is ambitious, but it goes hand in hand with delivering high-quality products to our customers – and their consumers. This certification reflects our relentless pursuit ofÌý making every almond count toward a more sustainable and equitable future. It’s a testament toÌý the hard work and dedication of everyone involved with ofi, from our orchard teams to ourÌý operations teams, who have committed to upholding the rigorous standards set by the Rainforest Alliance.â€ÌýÌý
As ofi continues its sustainability efforts under its ‘Almond Trail’ strategy, customers and partnersÌý can look forward to the first impact report detailing its 2023 progress, set to be published later thisÌý year.ÌýÌý
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