Avocados From Chile welcomes positive results of 2025 Sustainable Impact Report
Avocados From Chile has released the results of its 2025 Sustainability Impact Report. Presenting the study at an event to mark the organisation’s new branding, Pablo Vidal, founder and general manager of the consulting firm Sustenta+, said it revealed an overall compliance level of 65 per cent with respect to the sustainability ideal, demonstrating positive and consistent progress since measurements began four years ago.
With participation from over 80 per cent of industry members, the report highlights how sustainability has ceased to be an isolated concept and has become a strategic management driver for the sector. “The interesting thing about collecting data is that you can show the evolution… see if sustainability has truly become an attractive and inspiring element, or if it has stagnated,” Vidal noted.
The industry performed particularly well in the water management matrix. According to the report, eight out of 10 members have implemented all of the recommended best practices, while 98 per cent of participants are already implementing measures to reduce water consumption. On social impact, the report showed that six out of 10 companies actively facilitate access to water for their local communities.
Actions on strategic climate management were also encouraging. Almost 80 per cent of members have adopted comprehensive measures that include energy efficiency and the incorporation of renewable energy. Furthermore, 38 per cent of companies are already formally assessing the risks and opportunities arising from climate change.
The report also revealed significant data on social commitment and business ethics. These included 90 per cent compliance on health and safety, while in wellbeing and inclusion, the study showed 50 per cent of members operate wellbeing and diversity policies, while 70 per cent already have work-life balance policies.
On the supply chain, 90 per cent of companies were shown to conduct environmental and labour audits of their suppliers, ensuring that sustainability extends beyond the company’s own boundaries. And when it comes to training, 78 per cent of members have a high percentage of employees trained in various skills.
Despite the achievements, Vidal identified areas that require further improvement, especially in internalising a sustainable culture. Only 5 out of 10 companies formally train their staff in sustainability.
“That means that one out of every two employees knows what sustainability is, or from our perspective, one out of every two has no idea. How can we expect this to be valued if we ourselves don’t raise awareness?” Vidal stated.
Vidal noted that the success of these indicators demonstrates the importance of collective action. What once seemed like a costly and distant goal is now a widespread reality. “Looking back, you observe and say: yes, it can be done. And not only can it be done, but all members can do it,” he said.
The event concluded with the announcement of new studies on biodiversity and carbon footprint, led by geographer Elir Rojas.
