Public Profile

Black Gold Farms

Black Gold Farms, a leading name in the agricultural sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across key regions, including the Midwest and South. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a premier grower and supplier of high-quality potatoes, serving both retail and foodservice markets. Specialising in a diverse range of potato varieties, Black Gold Farms is renowned for its commitment to sustainable farming practices and innovative cultivation techniques. This dedication not only enhances product quality but also positions the company as a trusted partner in the industry. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Black Gold Farms continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its status as a leader in the potato farming industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Black Gold Farms's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Black Gold Farms's score of 7 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Black Gold Farms's reported carbon emissions

Black Gold Farms, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for recent years. As a result, specific figures regarding their carbon footprint, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, are not provided. However, the company is committed to addressing climate change through various initiatives, although no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been disclosed. In the context of the agricultural industry, companies like Black Gold Farms are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and are likely to engage in practices aimed at reducing their environmental impact. While detailed emissions data and reduction commitments are not available, the industry trend suggests a growing focus on carbon neutrality and sustainable farming practices.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Black Gold Farms's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Black Gold Farms is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Black Gold Farms is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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