Sanderson Farms
Sanderson Farms, Inc., a leading poultry producer in the United States, is headquartered in Laurel, Mississippi. Founded in 1947, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence in major operational regions across the southeastern and southwestern US. Specialising in the production of fresh and frozen chicken products, Sanderson Farms is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, utilising advanced farming practices that set it apart in the industry. With a focus on providing wholesome, high-quality poultry, Sanderson Farms has achieved notable market position as one of the largest chicken producers in the country. The company’s dedication to animal welfare and environmental stewardship has garnered recognition, making it a trusted name among consumers and retailers alike.
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Sanderson Farms's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Sanderson Farms, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 469,931,000 kg CO2e, which includes 247,365,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 222,566,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions figures, Sanderson Farms has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction initiatives or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data is cascaded from Sanderson Farms, Inc., with no additional climate commitments reported from its parent company, Cargill, Incorporated. Overall, while Sanderson Farms has substantial emissions, it currently lacks defined strategies for reduction or climate action, reflecting a broader industry context where many companies are increasingly pressured to establish and meet sustainability goals.
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|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 247,365,000 |
| Scope 2 | 222,566,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Sanderson Farms 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.
