Monitoring and data We actively track our growers’ certification status, including FSI, MPS and GLOBALG.A.P., while also monitoring the use of plant protection products, packaging materials and peat percentages in substrates. Looking ahead, we will focus on addressing the carbon footprint of products and transport across the supply chain. These data points enable us to implement targeted improvements and classify growers and carriers based on their progress towards achieving sustainability goals. By combining transparency in the supply chain with insights into environmental impact, we can enhance our sustainability efforts while offering greater reassurance to our retail partners. Taking action on CO2 reduction Working closely with our top 100 growers and carriers, we are making significant progress in reducing carbon emissions throughout the supply chain. Royal Lemkes reached a key milestone in the fourth quarter of 2024 by joining many of our retail partners in formally committing to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi provides a scientifically grounded framework for cutting carbon emissions, with a particular focus on Scope 3 emissions across the shared supply chain. By adopting this initiative, we have taken an important step in supporting our retail partners to achieve their climate ambitions. This commitment also reinforces the collective position of Royal Lemkes, its retailers, growers and carriers as sustainability frontrunners within the sector. The future of sustainable sourcing Looking to the future, we aim to further support our growers and carriers by equipping them with the knowledge and data needed to enhance their sustainability performance. Royal Lemkes recognises that, in the coming years, competitiveness in sustainability will become as critical as pricing, creating opportunities for both our company and the wider industry. Guided by our 2030 roadmap, we are working with our partners to reduce environmental impact while improving transparency and efficiency across the supply chain. This approach is expected to reinforce the position of the plants category and further boost its shelf performance in retail environments.
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