House of Raeford
House of Raeford Farms, a prominent player in the poultry industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Founded in 1955, the company has established itself as a leader in chicken processing, known for its commitment to quality and sustainability. Specialising in a diverse range of poultry products, House of Raeford offers fresh and frozen chicken, as well as value-added items that cater to both retail and foodservice sectors. Their unique approach to animal welfare and environmental stewardship sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, House of Raeford has achieved notable milestones, including multiple awards for product quality and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in the poultry industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does House of Raeford'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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House of Raeford'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.
House of Raeford's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, House of Raeford reported a carbon footprint of approximately 1,000 kg CO2e per tonne of live weight broiler and cull breeder hen. This figure reflects their emissions in the meat and edible meat offal category, although specific scopes of emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3) were not disclosed. Comparatively, in 2010, the carbon footprint was about 1,230 kg CO2e per tonne, indicating a reduction of approximately 230 kg CO2e per tonne over the decade. However, there are currently no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from House of Raeford, which suggests a need for more defined commitments towards climate action. As the company continues to operate within the meat industry, it is essential for them to establish clear climate commitments and reduction initiatives to align with global sustainability goals.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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House of Raeford 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.
