Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate Resilience
• Biodiversity
• Employee Relations
• Community Engagement
• Responsible Resource Management

Environmental Achievements

• 100% of farms managed are certified under the Leading Harvest Standard
• 10,058 acres of orchards utilize pest mating disruption technology to reduce pesticide use
• 100% of farms utilize precision irrigation equipment and technology
• 2,785 acres of managed farms are certified organic
• 1,361 acres of tree fruit assets are certified under Global GAP
• 363 acres certified under Harmonized GAP
• 1.03 MW megawatts of solar output
• 12,564 acres utilize software to track energy efficiency
• Topworking orchards for redevelopment, saving up to 33,000 pounds per acre of waste and $30,000 per acre in costs

Social Achievements

• Investing in communities and education (Maxwell, CA Christmas parade participation, Water Education Foundation support)
• Incorporation of animals (sheep) for vegetation control, improving soil health and reducing operating costs
• Improved data collection and analysis using AgMonitor, leading to higher irrigation precision

Governance Achievements

• Leading Harvest certification maintained on 100% of managed acres

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Challenging economics in the permanent crop sector
• Climate change impacts (increased temperatures, changes in precipitation, extreme weather events, reduced water availability)
• Pollination risks due to reliance on honeybees and adverse weather conditions

Mitigation Strategies

• Employing experienced professional managers and expert consultants
• Considering climate and water factors in investment analysis and hold-sell analyses
• Supporting the Water Education Foundation
• Participating in local water agencies
• Utilizing a mix of honeybees and California bumblebees for pollination
• Incorporating animals for vegetation control
• Improving data collection and analysis to enhance precision and efficiency in resource use

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Increased temperatures
• Changes in precipitation
• Extreme weather events
• Reduced water availability

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Leading Harvest Farmland Management Standard

Certifications: Leading Harvest Farmland Management Standard, Organic (2,785 acres), Global GAP (1,361 acres), Harmonized GAP (363 acres)

Third-party Assurance: Leading Harvest