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, with a total of approximately 46,064,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity globally. In the Netherlands, the company recorded about 11,966,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, while in the UK, emissions were approximately 19,991,000 kg CO2e. The total Scope 1 emissions globally were about 1,825,000 kg CO2e, with negligible Scope 3 emissions reported at 1,052 kg CO2e. Forfarmers has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions, which are expected to see the same percentage reduction within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company has committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Forfarmers' commitment to sustainable practices in the agricultural production sector. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 22,621,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 84,622,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000 | 0,000 |
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