Public Profile

Mountaire Farms

Mountaire Farms, officially known as Mountaire Farms, Inc., is a prominent player in the poultry industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1914, the company has grown significantly, with major operational regions spanning the Delmarva Peninsula and North Carolina. Specialising in the production of high-quality chicken products, Mountaire Farms is recognised for its commitment to sustainable farming practices and superior animal welfare standards. The company offers a diverse range of products, including fresh and frozen chicken, as well as value-added items, setting itself apart through its focus on quality and safety. With a strong market position, Mountaire Farms has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the largest poultry producers in the region. Their dedication to excellence and community engagement continues to drive their success in the competitive food industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Mountaire 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

Mountaire 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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Mountaire Farms's reported carbon emissions

Mountaire Farms, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for recent years, as no emissions figures are available. Consequently, there are no documented reduction targets or climate commitments outlined by the company. In the absence of concrete data, it is essential to note that many companies in the agricultural sector are increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing their carbon footprints. Mountaire Farms may be engaging in similar initiatives, but specific details regarding their climate commitments or emissions reduction strategies are not disclosed.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mountaire 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. Mountaire 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.

Mountaire 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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