SUSTAINABILITY
At Taggares Fruit Company, our ESG Sustainability Program is built on a commitment to creating positive and lasting impacts across our workforce, community, and environment. We have implemented a variety of processes and systems that strengthen our social, environmental, and governance practices, ensuring responsible and sustainable growth.
Company Initiatives
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Social Practices
We are actively involved in community outreach programs that support the education and development of migrant students and families, aligning with our goal of giving back and positively impacting our current and future workforce and their families.
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Environmental Practices
Environmentally, we have introduced programs to enhance water-use efficiency and maximize crop potential through strategic irrigation practices, helping us protect natural resources while maintaining high-quality production.
3
Governance Practices
Strong governance practices guide all aspects of our operations, from transparent decision-making and regulatory compliance to ethical business standards that ensure accountability at every level. Together, these efforts reflect our ongoing commitment to sustainability, community well-being, and responsible farming.
Metrics
100% Renewable, Hydroelectric Energy
Taggares' managed orchards are run off of 100% renewable electricity generated from a hydroelectric dam.
-7% Annual Carbon Production this year.
This year, Taggares has made strides towards carbon neutrality. Carbon optimizations have dropped our emissions significantly.
-12% Water Consumption Per Harvested Apple This Year
By using smarter and more sustainable growing practices, Taggares now uses 12% less water per apple harvested this year when compared to last year.