Unlocking the value of sustainable business practices

11-05-2021 | | |
Consumers can significantly contribute to reducing carbon emissions through their food choices. Up to 30% of a household s carbon footprint is related to food and the same percentage are willing to pay for sustainable foods. Photo: Bert Jansen
Consumers can significantly contribute to reducing carbon emissions through their food choices. Up to 30% of a household s carbon footprint is related to food and the same percentage are willing to pay for sustainable foods. Photo: Bert Jansen
Egg producers need more sustainability guidance to measure and track their carbon footprint on their own farm. David Nickell, vice-president business solutions at DSM Animal Nutrition and Health, said the worldwide drive for sustainable animal protein demanded a much more accurate measurement and improvement. Feed plays a major role – 50-80% of the animal protein footprint is linked to feed. Mr Nickell said the change was being driven by the value chain – sustainability-conscious consumers


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