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nufarm

Nufarm Limited, commonly referred to as Nufarm, is a leading agricultural solutions provider headquartered in Australia. Established in 1916, the company has grown to become a significant player in the global crop protection industry, with major operations across Australia, New Zealand, North America, and Europe. Nufarm specialises in the development and distribution of innovative herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, tailored to meet the diverse needs of farmers worldwide. Their commitment to sustainability and product efficacy sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on research and development, Nufarm has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its product portfolio and strategic partnerships that enhance its market position. As a trusted name in agriculture, Nufarm continues to support farmers in maximising crop yields while promoting environmentally responsible practices.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

nufarm's score of 34 is higher 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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nufarm's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Nufarm reported total carbon emissions of approximately 75,809,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 38,049,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 37,760,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 81,524,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Nufarm has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2024, the company achieved a further reduction in total emissions to about 56,671,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions remaining consistent at approximately 38,043,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions decreasing to about 18,628,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Nufarm has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its operational efficiency and reducing emissions across its production processes. Nufarm's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change and enhance sustainability within the agricultural sector, aligning with industry standards for carbon management.

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75,661,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. nufarm's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 nufarm is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

nufarm is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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