ForFarmers, a leading player in the agricultural sector, is headquartered in the Netherlands and operates extensively across Europe, particularly in Germany, Belgium, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a key provider of animal feed and nutritional solutions, catering primarily to livestock farmers. With a focus on innovation, ForFarmers offers a diverse range of products, including customised feed formulations and advanced nutritional services that enhance animal health and productivity. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the agricultural community. Notable achievements include significant market share in the European feed industry, underscoring ForFarmers' reputation for quality and reliability in animal nutrition.
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In 2023, Forfarmers reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 46,640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources. This includes about 16,480,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 22,302,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions under Scope 1, alongside approximately 46,064,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity under Scope 2. Forfarmers has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain. Additionally, the company has committed to a 10% reduction in energy and fuel consumption per tonne of product by 2025 compared to 2020 levels. The company’s climate strategy includes a commitment to no deforestation across its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Forfarmers' dedication to sustainable practices within the agricultural production sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,621,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 84,622,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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.
Forfarmers has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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