Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Stewardship
• Animal Care
• Employee Well-being
• Community Partnership

Environmental Achievements

• 100% of ranches implement rotational grazing practices to improve soil carbon sequestration
• 100% of ranches implement appropriate stocking rates to improve pasture health
• 100% of ranches work with wildlife biologists to implement wildlife management plans
• Successfully implemented four water mitigation projects in Florida, improving runoff water quality from over 10,000 acres

Social Achievements

• 85% of ranch employees reported being engaged or highly engaged in their work (2017)
• Employee turnover rate of 9.5% in 2017
• 95% of employees participated in employee development opportunities
• Made generous donations and employee volunteer time to local communities

Governance Achievements

• 91% of ranches completed internal animal welfare audits in 2017, with 100% passing on the first try
• 100% of full-time cattle employees are BQA certified
• Implemented a new processing barn system at Deseret Cattle Feeders to reduce animal stress

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Extreme weather events impacting cattle health
• Population growth near Deseret Cattle and Citrus ranch in Florida
• Managing water resources in different geographical locations

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for extreme weather events, including supplemental feed provision
• Implemented a long-term land use plan in cooperation with local government in Florida
• Customized water management strategies for each ranch based on geography and climate, including well maintenance, pipelines, and storage systems

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Work with key supply chain partners, like Cargill, to increase traceability and enhance consumer trust in beef

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Droughts
• Storms

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef