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Can your food supply chain provide the ESG data buyers and retailers demand?
Food and agriculture supply chains face intense scrutiny on deforestation, water use, and labour practices. Retailers, food manufacturers, and FMCG companies reporting under CSRD need their suppliers to demonstrate structured data across environmental and social dimensions. This assessment evaluates the base 14 readiness criteria plus food and agriculture-specific checks covering deforestation, water stewardship, and fair trade.
Food supply chains account for 26% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Under CSRD and the EU Deforestation Regulation, companies must prove their supply chains are deforestation-free and socially responsible. Agricultural suppliers, food processors, and ingredient manufacturers who can provide structured data on land use, water consumption, and labour practices are increasingly preferred by major retailers and FMCG brands.
14 base checks + 3 food & agriculture bonus checks. Select every check that applies to your organisation.
These additional criteria reflect what procurement teams in your sector specifically look for.
Food and agriculture account for 26% of global GHG emissions. Retailers and FMCG companies reporting under CSRD must disclose supply chain emissions, deforestation risk, and labour practices. Suppliers who can provide structured data on these dimensions are preferred in procurement, while those who cannot risk losing shelf space and contracts.
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requires companies placing certain commodities on the EU market to prove their supply chains are deforestation-free. This applies to soy, palm oil, cocoa, coffee, beef, wood, and rubber. Suppliers with documented deforestation-free commitments and traceability are essential for compliance.
No. Fair Trade is a bonus check specific to food and agriculture. The base 14 checks determine your Scope 3 Ready status. However, ethical sourcing certifications are highly valued by procurement teams in the food sector and significantly strengthen your competitive position.
Water is a critical resource in agricultural supply chains. While not a direct GHG emission, water stewardship is increasingly included in Scope 3 and broader ESG assessments. Companies like Nestlé, Unilever, and Mars require suppliers to report water usage and participate in catchment-level stewardship programmes.
Claim your free profile on Citable ESG to get a live readiness score that updates as you improve. Procurement teams can verify your status directly from your public profile.