Efforts focused on five areas: biodiversity, decarbonisation, water efficiency, supply chain, and wellbeing and inclusion
Bollo Natural Fruit has published its 2023/24 sustainability report. It sets out the initiatives and projects launched during the last fiscal year, linked to five areas: biodiversity, decarbonisation, water efficiency, supply chain, and wellbeing and inclusion.
In 2014, the company pioneered a form of biodiversity it calls bio-inclusive agriculture, a non-invasive model that encourages the protection and promotion of biodiversity using techniques that respect the environment and flora and fauna to achieve the natural balance of ecosystems. It currently has 1,098ha of its own farms cultivated under this method.
“Bio-Inclusivity is our ultimate goal. Our goal now is to extend this model to as many farms as possible, turning them into icons of legitimacy for this new way of doing things,” said Teresa González, director of sustainability. “And we want to go further, as we aim for it to become an inspiring example of responsible agriculture for our farmers and collaborators, for other companies, and, in general, for our rural and local environment.”
Regarding decarbonisation, the company has reduced its greenhouse gases by 14 per cent since 2023, enabling it to grow and market Zero Emissions citrus fruits that are certified Carbon Neutral.
To foster the more responsible use of water, the company implemented its Water Efficiency Plan in 2022 to improve irrigation water use, with the goal of increasing this efficiency by 5 per cent per hectare by 2028.
In terms of well-being and inclusion, Bollo’s 2024-27 Social Plan outlines actions for local contribution in all areas surrounding its headquarters and farms. These include promoting equal opportunities and facilitating access to the labour market for vulnerable groups, as well as promoting healthy eating and living habits through collaboration with local sports clubs and events.
