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Foremost Farms Sustainability Profile

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Foremost Farms USA, a leading dairy cooperative headquartered in the United States, has been a cornerstone of the dairy industry since its founding in 1994. With major operational regions across the Midwest, the cooperative focuses on producing high-quality dairy products, including cheese, butter, and milk powders. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Foremost Farms stands out with its unique offerings that cater to both domestic and international markets. The cooperative has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its processing facilities and the introduction of value-added products. As a prominent player in the dairy sector, Foremost Farms USA is dedicated to supporting its farmer-members while delivering exceptional products that meet the evolving needs of consumers.

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17

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Foremost Farms's score of 17 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Foremost Farms's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Foremost Farms, headquartered in the United States, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 198,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 132,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 6,270,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Foremost Farms is committed to reducing its carbon footprint, with a near-term target status classified as "Committed" under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, the company has not set a net-zero target as of now. The commitment to reducing emissions aligns with industry standards in the food and beverage processing sector, reflecting a proactive approach to climate action. The emissions data is sourced directly from Foremost Farms USA Cooperative, Inc., with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives to address its environmental impact.

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2022
Scope 1
198,000
Scope 2
132,000
Scope 3
6,270,000

How Carbon Intensive is Foremost Farms's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Foremost Farms's primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Foremost Farms's Location?

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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. This request for Foremost Farms is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Foremost Farms's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Foremost Farms has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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