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  • Overall approach
    8/10
    • Overarching commitment on deforestation
      4/4
      Overall commitment
      Conversion-free/zero-gross conversion/zero-net conversion commitment or a zero deforestation/deforestation-free commitment that explicitly includes all other natural ecosystems
      4/4
      "No deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems"
      Open source document
      Open source document
      Open source document
    • Signatory to an initiative tackling deforestation
      1/1
      Signatory
      Yes
      1/1
      "Upfield will not contribute to any new deforestation in its soy supply chain and will comply with the Amazon Soy Moratorium"
      Open source document
      Open source document
    • Awareness of the value of forests
      1/1
      Awareness
      Yes
      1/1
      " Below are the principles that Upfield is committed to. a. No conversion of High Conservation Value (HCV) areas. b. No conversion of High Carbon Stock (HCS) forests."
      Open source document
    • Deforestation as a business risk
      1/1
      Business risk
      Yes
      1/1
      What revenue comes from industries relevant to each forest risk commodity?: NA

      What type of risk is recognised?: Reputational

      What poportion of a company’s annual revenue depends on each forest risk commodity?: NA

      What proportion of revenue that comes from relevant industries is exposed to each forest risk commodity?: NA
      "Society has rightly become more aware of the impact of ingredients and sourcing. In relation to soybean oil, these concerns include CO2 emissions from land conversion, deforestation, groundwater depletion, land rights for indigenous peoples and loss of biodiversity (due to growing soy crops in monoculture)."
      Open source document
    • High-level management of deforestion
      1/1
      High-level management
      Yes
      1/1
      Which commodities does it apply to?: Palm oil; Soy; Pulp & paper

      How often does the committee or board meet to assess company's progress on addressing deforestation-related issues?: Unspecified
      "Upfield’s Executive Committee delegates authority on ESG topics to the ESG committee, which is chaired by Upfield CEO, David Haines. The ESG committee oversees our conduct as a sustainable and responsible business. This includes agreeing our ESG strategy and monitoring progress in the management of material environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities."
      Open source document
    • Executive compensation linked to deforestation
      Executive compensation
      No
      0/0
      Does it disclose the percentage of pay at risk?: No
    • Target to reduce emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Reporting on emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Disclosure of conservation activity
    • Disclosure of reforestation activity
    • Target to reduce emissions in scope 1/2
      Reduce emissions
      Yes
      0/0
      What is the target date for the company to achieve their climate target?: 2050

      Type of climate target: Net-zero emissions

      Is this target aligned with/verified by SBTi?: Yes
      "Reach Carbon Neutral status on Scopes 1 & 2 (CO2e) [...] 2030 [..] Achieve 25% reduction in Scopes 1,2 and 3 (CO2e)16 [...] 2030 [...] Better than net zero by 2050"
      Open source document
      Open source document
  • Commodity score
    46/90
    • Palm oil
      59/90
      • Commitment Strength
        17/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          10/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Zero-gross conversion
            6/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Zero-gross conversion
            6/6
            When was this commitment set?: 2022

            Does the company have a commitment to the protection of other specific named ecosystems?: HCS; Peat

            Which certification schemes are used?: RSPO
            "Upfield’s sustainable palm oil policy is underpinned by our belief that as a globalfood business, we have a responsibility to build the most sustainable and responsibly sourced palm oil supply chain possible...PRINCIPLE #1 - No deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems a. No conversion of High Conservation Value (HCV) areas. b. No conversion of High Carbon Stock (HCS) forests. c. No conversion of natural grasslands, woodlands, savannahs, wetlands, and peatlands d. No burning in the preparation of new plantings and re-plantings...In order to ensure that the Five Principles on sustainably sourced palm oil laid out in this document are met, we have put in place a set of tangible targets to track our progress against. a. RSPO: We are a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). This commits Upfield and our entire supply chain to be held accountable to the RSPO’s standards of transparency, ethical businessbehaviour, commitment to respect rights, promote economic viability, andthe practice of sustainable sourcing. b. 100% physically certified: Our target is to maintain a supply chain that is 100% physically certified and linked to sustainable sources"
            Open source document
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "Upfield’s sustainable palm oil policy is underpinned by our belief that as a globalfood business, we have a responsibility to build the most sustainable and responsibly sourced palm oil supply chain possible...PRINCIPLE #1 - No deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems a. No conversion of High Conservation Value (HCV) areas. b. No conversion of High Carbon Stock (HCS) forests. c. No conversion of natural grasslands, woodlands, savannahs, wetlands, and peatlands d. No burning in the preparation of new plantings and re-plantings...In order to ensure that the Five Principles on sustainably sourced palm oil laid out in this document are met, we have put in place a set of tangible targets to track our progress against. a. RSPO: We are a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). This commits Upfield and our entire supply chain to be held accountable to the RSPO’s standards of transparency, ethical businessbehaviour, commitment to respect rights, promote economic viability, andthe practice of sustainable sourcing. b. 100% physically certified: Our target is to maintain a supply chain that is 100% physically certified and linked to sustainable sources"
            Open source document
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Current/NA
            "Upfield’s sustainable palm oil policy is underpinned by our belief that as a globalfood business, we have a responsibility to build the most sustainable and responsibly sourced palm oil supply chain possible...PRINCIPLE #1 - No deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems a. No conversion of High Conservation Value (HCV) areas. b. No conversion of High Carbon Stock (HCS) forests. c. No conversion of natural grasslands, woodlands, savannahs, wetlands, and peatlands d. No burning in the preparation of new plantings and re-plantings...In order to ensure that the Five Principles on sustainably sourced palm oil laid out in this document are met, we have put in place a set of tangible targets to track our progress against. a. RSPO: We are a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). This commits Upfield and our entire supply chain to be held accountable to the RSPO’s standards of transparency, ethical businessbehaviour, commitment to respect rights, promote economic viability, andthe practice of sustainable sourcing. b. 100% physically certified: Our target is to maintain a supply chain that is 100% physically certified and linked to sustainable sources"
            Open source document
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: Current/NA
            "Upfield’s sustainable palm oil policy is underpinned by our belief that as a global food business, we have a responsibility to build the most sustainable and responsibly sourced palm oil supply chain possible. PRINCIPLE #1 - No deforestation3 a. No conversion of High Conservation Value (HCV) areas. b. No conversion of High Carbon Stock (HCS) forests. c. No burning in the preparation of new plantings and re-plantings. PRINCIPLE #2 - No development on peat a. No new development on peat, regardless of depth. b. Application of RSPO Best Management Practices for existing plantations on peat...Targets a. RSPO: In January 2019, we joined the Round Table on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). This commits Upfield and our entire supply chain to be held accountable to the RSPO’s standards of transparency, ethical business behaviour, commitment to respect rights, promote economic viability, and the practice of sustainable sourcing. b. 100% physically certified: Our target is to maintain a supply chain that is 100% physically certified and linked to sustainable sources
            Open source document
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          8/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Downstream company, traces to Processing Facility, checks compliance
            4/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Downstream company, traces to Processing Facility, checks compliance
            4/4
            When was this commitment set?: 2020
            " Traceability target: Upfield is committed to ensuring 100% traceabilityfor all of the crude palm oil and derivatives that we buy.ii. Defining traceability: Traceability is defined as the ability to trace backto a known mill and catchment area. [...] : If a mill and its surrounding catchment is deemed to be high risk, then on-the-ground verification by a trusted independent third party is required." "targets...Alongside our commitment to sourcing 100% of our palm oil from physically certified sources, Upfield ensures that the palm oil in our supply chain is traceable to known origins to a catchment area of mills. "
            Open source document
            Open source document
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "Traceability target: Upfield is committed to ensuring 100% traceabilityfor all of the crude palm oil and derivatives that we buy.ii. Defining traceability: Traceability is defined as the ability to trace backto a known mill and catchment area. [...] : If a mill and its surrounding catchment is deemed to be high risk, then on-the-ground verification by a trusted independent third party is required." "targets...Alongside our commitment to sourcing 100% of our palm oil from physically certified sources, Upfield ensures that the palm oil in our supply chain is traceable to known origins to a catchment area of mills. "
            Open source document
            Open source document
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: tracing palm oil derivatives to catchment area
            "Traceability target: Upfield is committed to ensuring 100% traceabilityfor all of the crude palm oil and derivatives that we buy.ii. Defining traceability: Traceability is defined as the ability to trace backto a known mill and catchment area. [...] : If a mill and its surrounding catchment is deemed to be high risk, then on-the-ground verification by a trusted independent third party is required." "targets...Alongside our commitment to sourcing 100% of our palm oil from physically certified sources, Upfield ensures that the palm oil in our supply chain is traceable to known origins to a catchment area of mills. "
            Open source document
            Open source document
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: current
            "Traceability target: Upfield is committed to ensuring 100% traceability for all of the crude palm oil and derivatives that we buy.ii. Defining traceability: Traceability is defined as the ability to trace backto a known mill and catchment area. [...] : If a mill and its surrounding catchment is deemed to be high risk, then on-the-ground verification by a trusted independent third party is required." "targets...Alongside our commitment to sourcing 100% of our palm oil from physically certified sources, Upfield ensures that the palm oil in our supply chain is traceable to known origins to a catchment area of mills. "
            Open source document
            Open source document
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        14/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Other workers' rights commitments: Only work legal working hours; Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces

          Details of commitment: ILO; UNGP; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "Below are the principles that Upfield is committed to. No exploitation of people or communities a. Adherence to Upfield’s Responsible Sourcing Policy4 , which stipulates mandatory requirements on human rights and protection of workers, with particular attention to be paid to migrant and other vulnerable workers on plantations. No child labour"[...]". Partners should provide equal hiring, employment and promotion opportunities, without discrimination in employment, compensation, advancement, discipline, termination or retirement."[...]"All workers are free to exercise their right to form and/or join trade unions, and to bargain collectively"[...]"Employment is voluntary, and workers are free to leave work or terminate their employment upon reasonable notice. Partners shall not use any prison, slave, bonded, forced or indentured labor."[...]"Partner businesses should respect all internationally accepted human rights standards"[...]"Workers’ health and safety are protected at work"[...]" Working hours for all workers are reasonable, and all work contracts must specify and comply with legally required breaks."
          Open source document
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          What is the nature of that support?: Certification; Technical assistance/support; Education and training, Economic

          How many smallholders do they support, and what percentage does this represent in terms of their sourcing from smallholders?: NA
          "Driving positive social and economic impact for smallholders and women while protecting forests a. Facilitate the inclusion of smallholders into the supply chain. b. Support adherence by smallholders to the Five Principles laid out in this Policy. c. Support interventions to increase smallholder yields and incomes and address social and health issues, while protecting forests. d. Encourage and support industry initiatives to ensure that processes and mechanisms are developed to eliminate gender discrimination in the workplace and to promote a gender-friendly work environment. e. Fund research into agricultural methods that could improve biodiversity and yields for smallholders and supporting educational projects on how to put these methods into practice. Make the findings of this research available to all."
          Open source document
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "Driving positive social and economic impact for smallholders and women while protecting forests [...] Upfield commits to actively prioritize suppliers with mechanisms in place to eliminate gender discrimination in the workplace"
          Open source document
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where we have identified adverse human rights impacts resulting from or caused by our business activities, we are committed to provide for or cooperate in, their fair and equitable remediation. We seek to promote access to remediation where we are linked to or involved in those adverse impacts through our relationships with third parties."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: NA
          "Below are the principles that Upfield is committed to. [...]Application of the principles of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples and vulnerable communities."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          Yes
          3/3
          Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          Yes
          3/3
          "We expect our business partners to respect the land rights of local farmers, communities and indigenous peoples. Business partners will have all the relevant documents to prove their right (legal title or legal lease) to operate on the land their operations are located on and should not have any on-going legal processes or events indicating that the ownership or lease right to the land is contested."
          Open source document
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          Yes
          3/3
          Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          Yes
          3/3
          "We require our suppliers to address and eliminate any potential violence and threats against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders."
          Open source document
      • Implementation and Reporting
        28/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          0/2
          Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          0/2
          Which processes or groups does the company use for third party verification?: RSPO

          Which tools, approaches, third-party verification, including certification, schemes are used?: RSPO

          For what percent of the company's supply volume is third-party verification of performance relative to commitments conducted?: NA

          What percent of the company's supply volume is verified using company verification systems?: NA

          Is the performance of compliance of some suppliers, sources, or origins not verified, and if so why not?: NA

          What methods are used for verification?: RSPO
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          Yes, required
          3/3
          Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          Yes, required
          3/3
          "Upfield holds suppliers accountable to operating in line with the Five Principles set out in this document. Our suppliers are required to operate under a sustainable sourcing policy in line with our Principles, and to present a signed commitment to Upfield’s Sustainable Palm Oil Policy. We hold companies responsible for compliance at group level."
          Open source document
        • Deforestation cut off date
          Yes, for all sourcing regions/operations
          2/2
          Deforestation cut off date
          Yes, for all sourcing regions/operations
          2/2
          What cut-off date is specified?: 2018
          "We apply a cut off date for compliance purposes of 1st July 2018, which was the date Upfield was created."
          Open source document
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          For what percentage of material produced or sourced by the company has forest risk been assessed?: NA

          How frequently are assessments conducted?: Unspecified
          "Supplier requirements and commitments."[...]"Risk assessment and verification. i. Risk criteria: A risk index is applied against six environmental factors: 1. fire severity, 2. extent of forest, 3. recent deforestation, 4. presence of peat, 5. biodiversity of surrounding area, and 6. overall risk across these factors. ii. High-risk areas: If a mill and its surrounding catchment is deemed to be high risk, then on-the-ground verification by a trusted independent third party is required. The grievance process will come into effect when supplier non-compliance is identified."
          Open source document
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          " we are committed to meeting and then exceeding RSPO Principles and Criteria and all relevant national and international laws and conventions. [...] Random audits: Upfield retains the right to randomly verify all elements of this policy pertaining to its suppliers."
          Open source document
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: 0 Metric Tonnes

          Reporting certified/compliant volume: 107026.8 Metric Tonnes

          Total volume: 107026.8 Metric Tonnes

          What product types/sectors is this in?: Food Production

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA
          In their 2020 RSPO ACOP report Upfield Holdings report that they consumed 107026.8 Metric Tonnes of palm oil that year.
          Open source document
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Audits

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA
          "Adherence to Upfield’s Responsible Sourcing Policy3 , which stipulates mandatory requirements on human rights and protection of workers, with particular attention to be paid to migrant, and other vulnerable workers on plantations, in line with the UN Guiding Principles, ILO Core Conventions, the UN Global Compact Principles, and Universal Declaration of Human Rights [...] Random audits: Upfield retains the right to randomly verify all elements of this policy pertaining to its suppliers."
          Open source document
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on zero tolerance for threats and violence against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on zero tolerance for threats and violence against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          If other zero tolerance details, specify: audits and third party verification

          What details does the company publish on its land conflict policy?: Other information

          What details does the company publish on its zero tolerance policy?: Other information
          "We require our suppliers to address and eliminate any potential violence and threats against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders [...]Publicly monitored compliance: We commit to publicly release our aggregated compliance reports around human and labour rights standards. These reports will be informed by data from a third-party verification body and will detail our levels of compliance across our supply chain in protecting land rights and promoting a high standard of working conditions. [...] Random audits: Upfield retains the right to randomly verify all elements of this policy pertaining to its suppliers."
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          Yes, report indirect suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          Yes, report indirect suppliers
          2/4
          For what percent of suppliers' production areas are point locations disclosed?: NA

          For what percent of smallholder suppliers is location disclosed?: NA

          For what percent are boundaries disclosed?: 0%

          For what percent is no location data disclosed?: NA

          What is the volume of each forest risk commodity that the company sourced in the previous year from each national or subnational location?: NA

          What type of location data (boundary, point, etc.) is provided for smallholder farms?: NA

          Does the company disclose location of suppliers' production areas or primary processing sites?: Yes

          From what sub-national jurisdiction(s) does the company source material?: Include: Casanare ; Meta ; South Kalimantan ; Central Kalimantan ; Aceh ; Colon ; Antioquia ; Chiriqui ; Norte de Santander ; Bengkulu ; Magdalena

          From what country(ies) does the company source material?: Indonesia, Malaysia, Ghana, Thailand, Colombia, Guatemala, Papua New Guinea, Côte D’Ivoire, Solomon Islands, Honduras, Panama
          Upfield Holdings provide a palm oil mill list. In this list information is provided on the mill name, parent company, country and province.
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: NA

          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: NA

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Unclear

          How is compliance monitored?: Internal monitoring and verification systems

          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: NA
          "Business partners are expected to have appropriate policies, procedures and management system(s) in place to perform their business in accordance with the principles listed in this Code."[...]"We take a zero-tolerance approach to deforestation and we expect our business partners to do the same. We purchase 100% sustainably sourced palm oil, soybean oil and paper from sustainable certified sources (RSPO, FSC and Sustainable Soy)."[...]"Upfield reserves the right to request information and evidence, from our business partners in order to confirm their compliance with these principles and, where necessary, may require a business partner to undergo on-site direct, or third part audit on the business partner’s and/or their subcontractor’s facilities."
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: Yes

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: Failure to comply with Business Partner Code of Conduct stipulating Zero Deforestation and RSPO compliance

          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          What type of support does the company offer to its suppliers to help them achieve compliance with commitments?: Corrective actions plan
          "If non-compliances are identified as a result of an audit, Upfield reserves the right request corrective actions plan and subsequent timely improvements. Business partners will notify Upfield of any legal actions against them by the authorities, or any legal infractions concerning environmental laws, human rights, bribery and anti-corruption. We reserve the right to request and receive additional information concerning the relevant issues"
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Does the company have a list of blacklisted or otherwise excluded suppliers or producers?: Yes

          How many noncompliant producers or suppliers are engaged through improvement plans or other processes, and what percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: N/A
          "This document lists grievances that have been raised to Upfield with regards to our palm oil, soy and pulp & paper supply chains. [...] In January 2020 in response to the RSPO suspension and following an investigation, in line with our grievance process, we issued a suspension order to our direct supplier for FGV’s KSS mill."
          Open source document
    • Soy
      34/90
      • Commitment Strength
        10/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          10/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Zero-gross conversion
            6/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Zero-gross conversion
            6/6
            Does the company commitment also explicitly apply to hidden/indirect soy?: No

            When was this commitment set?: 2022
            "Upfield’s sustainable soybean oil position is underpinned by our belief that as a global food business, we have a responsibility to ensure the soy used in our products is sustainably sourced. At Upfield we primarily use soybean oil in our products, which is largely a by-product of soybean processing. • Specifically, Upfield will not contribute to any new deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems, and no land clearance by burning or clearcutting in its soy supply chain."
            Open source document
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "Upfield’s sustainable soybean oil position is underpinned by our belief that as a global food business, we have a responsibility to ensure the soy used in our products is sustainably sourced. At Upfield we primarily use soybean oil in our products, which is largely a by-product of soybean processing. • Specifically, Upfield will not contribute to any new deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems, and no land clearance by burning or clearcutting in its soy supply chain."
            Open source document
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: no deforestation in soy supply chain
            "Upfield’s sustainable soybean oil position is underpinned by our belief that as a global food business, we have a responsibility to ensure the soy used in our products is sustainably sourced. At Upfield we primarily use soybean oil in our products, which is largely a by-product of soybean processing. • Specifically, Upfield will not contribute to any new deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems, and no land clearance by burning or clearcutting in its soy supply chain."
            Open source document
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: current
            "Upfield’s sustainable soybean oil position is underpinned by our belief that as a global food business, we have a responsibility to ensure the soy used in our products is sustainably sourced. At Upfield we primarily use soybean oil in our products, which is largely a by-product of soybean processing. • Specifically, Upfield will not contribute to any new deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems, and no land clearance by burning or clearcutting in its soy supply chain."
            Open source document
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        12/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1

          Other workers' rights commitments: Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces; Free from abusive practices/undue disciplinary procedures
          "The purpose of this Code is to set out the essential minimum requirements expected from all our business partners with regards to ethical, responsible and sustainable business practices."[...]"We expect our business partners to treat employees fairly, encourage a diverse and inclusive workforce and not discriminate...We expect that business partners will not permit harassment, abuse...Business partners must not use or permit any unlawful form of employment or exploitation of children...Business partners must not use any form of bonded, forced, or involuntary labour...We expect business partners to respect the right of employees to join, or not join, or form a labour union in accordance with the law and without fear of reprisal or intimidation...We are committed to respecting human rights, ensuring safe and secure working conditions and ensuring we help create positive social impact throughout our direct operations and across our supply chain."
          Open source document
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "We expect our business partners to treat employees fairly, encourage a diverse and inclusive workforce and not discriminate on factors such as race, gender, colour, caste, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age marital status, health, pregnancy, union membership, political affiliation, or national origin."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where we have identified adverse human rights impacts resulting from or caused by our business activities, we are committed to provide for or cooperate in, their fair and equitable remediation. We seek to promote access to remediation where we are linked to or involved in those adverse impacts through our relationships with third parties."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Their suppliers
          "We require our suppliers to apply the principles of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples and vulnerable communities, and to address and eliminate any potentialviolence and threats against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          Yes
          3/3
          Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          Yes
          3/3
          "We expect our business partners to respect the land rights of local farmers, communities and indigenous peoples. Business partners will have all the relevant documents to prove their right (legal title or legal lease) to operate on the land their operations are located on and should not have any on-going legal processes or events indicating that the ownership or lease right to the land is contested."
          Open source document
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          Yes
          3/3
          Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          Yes
          3/3
          "We require our suppliers to apply the principles of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples and vulnerable communities, and to address and eliminate any potentialviolence and threats against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders."
          Open source document
      • Implementation and Reporting
        12/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          For what percentage of material produced or sourced by the company has forest risk been assessed?: 100%

          How frequently are assessments conducted?: N/A
          "We conduct risk assessments to determine the prioritisation of supplier risk with regards to deforestation"
          Open source document
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "We expect our business partners to comply with applicable laws and regulations, [...] .Implementation [...] Upfield reserves the right to request information and evidence, from our business partners in order to confirm their compliance with these principles and, where necessary, may require a business partner to undergo on-site direct, or third part audit on the business partner’s and/or their subcontractor’s facilities"
          Open source document
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          No
          0/5
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Unclear

          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: NA

          How is compliance monitored?: Internal monitoring and verification systems

          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: NA

          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: NA
          "Business partners are expected to have appropriate policies, procedures and management system(s) in place to perform their business in accordance with the principles listed in this Code."[...]"We take a zero-tolerance approach to deforestation and we expect our business partners to do the same. We purchase 100% sustainably sourced palm oil, soybean oil and paper from sustainable certified sources (RSPO, FSC and Sustainable Soy)."[...]"Upfield reserves the right to request information and evidence, from our business partners in order to confirm their compliance with these principles and, where necessary, may require a business partner to undergo on-site direct, or third part audit on the business partner’s and/or their subcontractor’s facilities."
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          What type of support does the company offer to its suppliers to help them achieve compliance with commitments?: Corrective Action Plans

          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: Failure to comply with Business Partner Code of Conduct stipulating Zero Deforestation and RSPO compliance

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: Yes

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No
          "If non-compliances are identified as a result of an audit, Upfield reserves the right request corrective actions plan and subsequent timely improvements. Business partners will notify Upfield of any legal actions against them by the authorities, or any legal infractions concerning environmental laws, human rights, bribery and anti-corruption. We reserve the right to request and receive additional information concerning the relevant issues"
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          Yes, engaged; Yes, excluded
          2/2
          Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          Yes, engaged; Yes, excluded
          2/2
          Does the company have a list of blacklisted or otherwise excluded suppliers or producers?: Yes

          How many noncompliant producers or suppliers are engaged through improvement plans or other processes, and what percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: N/A
          "This document lists grievances that have been raised to Upfield with regards to our palm oil, soy and pulp & paper supply chains. [...] In January 2020 in response to the RSPO suspension and following an investigation, in line with our grievance process, we issued a suspension order to our direct supplier for FGV’s KSS mill."
          Open source document
    • Pulp & Paper *
      45/90
      • Commitment Strength
        17/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          10/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Zero-gross conversion
            6/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Zero-gross conversion
            6/6
            What paper/pulp product does their commitment apply to?: Paper products; Pulp; Packaging

            Which certification schemes are used?: FSC; PEFC

            Type of sustainability commitment: Reduce the volume of virgin wood fibre used in paper and packaging products through usage of recycled content; Reduction of material inputs

            When was this commitment set?: 2021
            "Our Principles • Our position on Pulp and Paper is guided by our compliance with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) standards. • 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be responsibly sourced from suppliers who meet the FSC or PEFC Standards, which include the elimination of deforestation. • We rely on FSC and PEFC risk assessments to determine the prioritisation of supplier risk with regards to deforestation.• 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. • We will not contribute to conversion of natural ecosystems, or to land clearance by burning or clearcutting. • We will continue use recycled paper wherever possible for food grade products and will continue to make step-wise progress to increase this volume of recycled paper used"
            Open source document
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "Our Principles • Our position on Pulp and Paper is guided by our compliance with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) standards. • 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be responsibly sourced from suppliers who meet the FSC or PEFC Standards, which include the elimination of deforestation. • We rely on FSC and PEFC risk assessments to determine the prioritisation of supplier risk with regards to deforestation.• 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. • We will not contribute to conversion of natural ecosystems, or to land clearance by burning or clearcutting. • We will continue use recycled paper wherever possible for food grade products and will continue to make step-wise progress to increase this volume of recycled paper used"
            Open source document
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Ensure FSC and PEFC Certification
            "Our Principles • Our position on Pulp and Paper is guided by our compliance with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) standards. • 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be responsibly sourced from suppliers who meet the FSC or PEFC Standards, which include the elimination of deforestation. • We rely on FSC and PEFC risk assessments to determine the prioritisation of supplier risk with regards to deforestation.• 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. • We will not contribute to conversion of natural ecosystems, or to land clearance by burning or clearcutting. • We will continue use recycled paper wherever possible for food grade products and will continue to make step-wise progress to increase this volume of recycled paper used" "We achieved 100% compliance on palm, paper and soy with our responsible sourcing policy commitments."
            Open source document
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "Our Principles • Our position on Pulp and Paper is guided by our compliance with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) standards. • 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be responsibly sourced from suppliers who meet the FSC or PEFC Standards, which include the elimination of deforestation. • We rely on FSC and PEFC risk assessments to determine the prioritisation of supplier risk with regards to deforestation.• 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. • We will not contribute to conversion of natural ecosystems, or to land clearance by burning or clearcutting. • We will continue use recycled paper wherever possible for food grade products and will continue to make step-wise progress to increase this volume of recycled paper used" "We achieved 100% compliance on palm, paper and soy with our responsible sourcing policy commitments."
            Open source document
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          8/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Downstream company, traces to Processing Facility, checks compliance
            4/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Downstream company, traces to Processing Facility, checks compliance
            4/4
            When was this commitment set?: NA
            "100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. [...] We aim to ensure compliance with these guidelines and will maintain transparency in our operations, by periodically publishing a full report of our direct virgin paper suppliers and those pulp mills in our supply chain." Upfield report that in 2021 "We achieved 100% compliance on palm, paper and soy with our responsible sourcing policy commitments"
            Open source document
            Open source document
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. [...] We aim to ensure compliance with these guidelines and will maintain transparency in our operations, by periodically publishing a full report of our direct virgin paper suppliers and those pulp mills in our supply chain." Upfield report that in 2021 "We achieved 100% compliance on palm, paper and soy with our responsible sourcing policy commitments"
            Open source document
            Open source document
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: 100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level.
            "100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. [...] We aim to ensure compliance with these guidelines and will maintain transparency in our operations, by periodically publishing a full report of our direct virgin paper suppliers and those pulp mills in our supply chain." Upfield report that in 2021 "We achieved 100% compliance on palm, paper and soy with our responsible sourcing policy commitments"
            Open source document
            Open source document
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: current
            "100% of our total virgin pulp and paper purchased will be traceable to its country of origin and mill level. [...] We aim to ensure compliance with these guidelines and will maintain transparency in our operations, by periodically publishing a full report of our direct virgin paper suppliers and those pulp mills in our supply chain." Upfield report that in 2021 "We achieved 100% compliance on palm, paper and soy with our responsible sourcing policy commitments"
            Open source document
            Open source document
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        12/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          Other workers' rights commitments: Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces; Free from abusive practices/undue disciplinary procedures

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "The purpose of this Code is to set out the essential minimum requirements expected from all our business partners with regards to ethical, responsible and sustainable business practices."[...]"We expect our business partners to treat employees fairly, encourage a diverse and inclusive workforce and not discriminate...We expect that business partners will not permit harassment, abuse...Business partners must not use or permit any unlawful form of employment or exploitation of children...Business partners must not use any form of bonded, forced, or involuntary labour...We expect business partners to respect the right of employees to join, or not join, or form a labour union in accordance with the law and without fear of reprisal or intimidation...We are committed to respecting human rights, ensuring safe and secure working conditions and ensuring we help create positive social impact throughout our direct operations and across our supply chain."
          Open source document
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "We expect our business partners to treat employees fairly, encourage a diverse and inclusive workforce and not discriminate on factors such as race, gender, colour, caste, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age marital status, health, pregnancy, union membership, political affiliation, or national origin."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where we have identified adverse human rights impacts resulting from or caused by our business activities, we are committed to provide for or cooperate in, their fair and equitable remediation. We seek to promote access to remediation where we are linked to or involved in those adverse impacts through our relationships with third parties."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Their suppliers
          "We require our suppliers to apply the principles of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples and vulnerable communities, and to address and eliminate violence and threats against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders."
          Open source document
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          Yes
          3/3
          Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          Yes
          3/3
          "We expect our business partners to respect the land rights of local farmers, communities and indigenous peoples. Business partners will have all the relevant documents to prove their right (legal title or legal lease) to operate on the land their operations are located on and should not have any on-going legal processes or events indicating that the ownership or lease right to the land is contested."
          Open source document
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          Yes
          3/3
          Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          Yes
          3/3
          "We require our suppliers to apply the principles of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples and vulnerable communities, and to address and eliminate violence and threats against Forest, Land and Human Rights Defenders."
          Open source document
      • Implementation and Reporting
        16/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
          Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
          "We will continue to source our packaging from suppliers who meet our responsible sourcing policies with 100% of our virgin paper coming from suppliers who have FSC or PEFC certification"
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "We expect our business partners to comply with applicable laws and regulations, [...] .Implementation [...] Upfield reserves the right to request information and evidence, from our business partners in order to confirm their compliance with these principles and, where necessary, may require a business partner to undergo on-site direct, or third part audit on the business partner’s and/or their subcontractor’s facilities"
          Open source document
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          2/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          1.5/3
          What product types/sectors is this in?: Food Packaging

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA

          Total volume: 50,000 tonnes

          Reporting certified/compliant volume: NA

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: NA
          "In the same year we used 50,000 tonnes of paper and 1 cardboard, with the remainder made from glass, metal, and composite packaging."
          Open source document
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          No
          0/5
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          Yes, report indirect suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          Yes, report indirect suppliers
          2/4
          From what country(ies) does the company source material?: Sweden, France, NorwarY, Austria, Hungary, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Finland, Slovakia, Greece, USA, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Russia, Turkey, Czech Republic, Bosna, South Africa

          From what sub-national jurisdiction(s) does the company source material?: NA

          For what percent of suppliers' production areas are point locations disclosed?: 0%

          What type of location data (boundary, point, etc.) is provided for smallholder farms?: NA

          Does the company disclose location of suppliers' production areas or primary processing sites?: No

          What is the volume of each forest risk commodity that the company sourced in the previous year from each national or subnational location?: NA

          For what percent is no location data disclosed?: NA

          For what percent of smallholder suppliers is location disclosed?: NA

          For what percent are boundaries disclosed?: 0%
          Upfield Holdings provide a pulp and paper mill list. In this list information is provided on the mill name, parent company and country
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: NA

          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: NA

          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: NA

          How is compliance monitored?: Internal monitoring and verification systems

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: NA
          "Business partners are expected to have appropriate policies, procedures and management system(s) in place to perform their business in accordance with the principles listed in this Code."[...]"We take a zero-tolerance approach to deforestation and we expect our business partners to do the same. We purchase 100% sustainably sourced palm oil, soybean oil and paper from sustainable certified sources (RSPO, FSC and Sustainable Soy)."[...]"Upfield reserves the right to request information and evidence, from our business partners in order to confirm their compliance with these principles and, where necessary, may require a business partner to undergo on-site direct, or third part audit on the business partner’s and/or their subcontractor’s facilities."
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: NA

          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: No

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          What type of support does the company offer to its suppliers to help them achieve compliance with commitments?: NA
          "If non-compliances are identified as a result of an audit, Upfield reserves the right request corrective actions plan and subsequent timely improvements. Business partners will notify Upfield of any legal actions against them by the authorities, or any legal infractions concerning environmental laws, human rights, bribery and anti-corruption. We reserve the right to request and receive additional information concerning the relevant issues"
          Open source document
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          Yes, engaged; Yes, excluded
          2/2
          Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          Yes, engaged; Yes, excluded
          2/2
          How many noncompliant producers or suppliers are engaged through improvement plans or other processes, and what percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: N/A

          Does the company have a list of blacklisted or otherwise excluded suppliers or producers?: Yes
          "This document lists grievances that have been raised to Upfield with regards to our palm oil, soy and pulp & paper supply chains. [...] In January 2020 in response to the RSPO suspension and following an investigation, in line with our grievance process, we issued a suspension order to our direct supplier for FGV’s KSS mill."
          Open source document

    • * commodity scores for which a company is not a powerbroker are given half the weighting of other commodities in total scores

  • Commitment strength
    14/17
    Avg. score
  • Implementation and Reporting
    19/56
    Avg. score
  • Associated Human Rights Abuses
    13/17
    Avg. score

Profile

Upfield Holdings BV are the largest plant-based consumer product company in the world, with their products sold in 95 countries globally. Their brands include Flora, Rama, Blue Band, Proactiv, and Country Crock and own the vegan cheese brand Violife. They have been selected as a powerbroker for palm oil and soy.

Sector
Industry sector 
Agricultural Products, Packaged Foods & Meats, Paper Packaging
Segments
Manufacturer, Retailer
HQ
HQ 
Netherlands
Company Type
Company type 
CO
Collective Commitments
Consumer Goods Forum member
New York Declaration on Forests signatory

Top Brands

Flora, Violife, Country Crock, ProActiv, Rama, Blue Band, Flora Plant, I Can''t Believe It''s Not Butter, Becel, LÄTTA, Bertolli, Elmlea, Fruit d''Or, ProActiv Life, Planta Fin

How we assess the Forest 500

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