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Environmental, social, and governance commitments

We are pioneers in sustainable practices in citrus farming. Sustainability is part of our decisions and of the way we run the business, strengthening our competitiveness, resilience, and ability to create value in the present and over the long term.

In this way, we build a legacy that nourishes life, preserves the planet, and contributes to a more sustainable future for the generations to come.

Our 2030 Commitments

Contribute to climate resilience

Foster biodiversity

Manage water resources rationally

Drive social transformation

Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion

Lead the sustainable supply chain

Explore some of our projects and programs

Para Todos

We view diversity as a means of growth. That is why we created Para Todos, our diversity program.

We seek to leverage people's potential and highlight the best in each individual. Our daily actions aim to build a company that is increasingly inclusive and diverse.

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Nutrir+

Free acceleration program for organizations fostering regenerative and sustainable agriculture in São Paulo, Minas Gerais, and Mato Grosso do Sul.

Express your interest in participating in upcoming editions.

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Trilhar Program

Through the Trilhar Program, we strengthen the partnership between Citrosuco and you by disseminating best sustainable practices and guiding partners on the sector's best applications.

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Management and Monitoring

We decided to create the Management and Monitoring Program, which aims to provide you—the producer—with the necessary support to operate in compliance with the law and avoid any labor-related issues or risks.

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Pilar Program

The Pilar Program, an initiative by Citrosuco in partnership with Alicerce Educação, fosters the human development of agricultural sector employees through education.

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Guri Project

Carried out in partnership with the São Paulo State government, Guri is a music and culture project that offers musical training and human development to children and young people in the state of São Paulo.

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CitroApis

The CitroApis Program aims to sustainably add value to agricultural operations, delivering environmental benefits, positive social impacts, and productivity gains for the farms.

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Social Management and Impact

As leaders in the value chain with an active presence in over 50 territories in Brazil and abroad, Citrosuco prioritizes social and impact investments to foster and develop its stakeholders. We invest in structuring programs on the topics of education, citizenship, public management, and social engagement.

This movement is connected to our purpose of positive impact, through which we aim to nurture life by living out legacies.

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Evolution of Indicators

We know that sustainability is an ongoing journey.

That is why we have revised our 2030 Commitments to reinforce the purpose of Nurturing Life, Living Legacies, and here we present the results of the 2023/2024 season.

Contribute to climate resilience

Foster biodiversity

Manage water resources efficiently

Drive social transformation

Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion

Lead the sustainable supply chain

Contribute to climate resilience

GOAL 2030

Reduce CO2e¹ emissions in Scopes 1 and 2 by 28%.

Committed to reducing CO² emissions by 28% equivalent in Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030; we have already achieved a 7% reduction in the 2023/2024 harvest.

Our key advances include:

- 100% renewable energy at the Ghent terminal (Belgium) and the Catanduva unit.

- 59% renewable energy in global operations, with continued expansion.

- Prioritization of low-carbon inputs in the production process.

Recognition and Transparency

- Grade A- in CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) 2023.

- Second food and beverage company in Brazil to validate targets with the SBTi.

- Gold Seal from the GHG Protocol for consecutive years

Inventories audited by Bureau Veritas (2019, 2022, 2023)

We utilize an advanced automated ESG data collection system, ensuring strategic decisions based on accurate information and efficient monitoring of our decarbonization goals.

Furthermore, the 2019, 2022, and 2023 emissions inventories were audited by Bureau Veritas.

Foster biodiversity

GOAL 2030

Structured biodiversity conservation projects for 100% of the hectares designated for environmental protection.

We reached 100% of Citrosuco farms integrated into CitroApis during the 2023/2024 harvest, totaling 25 agricultural units.The program promotes productive coexistence between citrus orchards and beekeeping, benefiting:

• Over 30 beekeepers across 40+ cities (MG and SP);
• R$ 110,000 raised through 2023/2024, boosting family income;
• 10% of proceeds allocated to the ASAS Program for people with disabilities.

Conservation of Green Areas

We manage 19,100 hectares dedicated to the conservation of flora and fauna within the Cerrado and Atlantic Forest biomes. Our proactive approach since 2018 includes:

• Wildlife viewing projects;  
• Preservation of springs, rivers, and lakes;  
• Harmonious coexistence between agricultural production and biodiversity.

We recognize biodiversity as essential to the sustainability of our operations and environmental balance, remaining committed to our 2030 goals.

Manage water resources rationally

Increase water use efficiency in industrial operations by 20% (m³/ton).

Rationalize water abstraction in 100% of critical river basins, contributing to increased water availability for stakeholders.

We achieved a water consumption of 1.69 m³/ton in the 2023/2024 season, marking significant progress since 2022/2023 (2.3 m³/ton → 1.85 m³/ton) through continuous process optimization.

Infrastructure and Technology

• First 400,000 m³ mega-reservoir in operation (2023/2024);
• Four mega-reservoirs approved for areas facing water scarcity;
• Efficient drip systems delivering water and nutrients to the roots;
• Recirculation of over 900,000 m³ in industrial operations using treatment and reuse technology.

2030 Strategy
With more than 80% of consumption concentrated in irrigation, our commitments include:

• Greater rationality in agricultural water withdrawal through reservoir operations;
• Increased industrial efficiency through monitoring and technology;
• Watershed management initiatives ;

Water is essential for sustaining life, and through our business, we drive positive impact by ensuring the responsible use of this vital resource.

Drive social transformation

Reduction of extreme social vulnerability in 100% of the prioritized territories where we operate (10 territories).

Prioritization and social investment in territories

Reduction of social vulnerability

In the 2023/2024 season, we maintained operations across all 10 prioritized territories. Over the past three years, we have invested approximately R$ 7 million, directly impacting more than 20,000 families through programs such as:
• PVE (Partnership for Valuing Education);
• Citizenship Program for democratic strengthening;
• Empreende Program for income generation.

2030 Strategy: Pilar Program

Over the next five years, we will focus on raising educational quality through our own initiatives:
• Internal audience: literacy and training for agricultural workers and harvesters
• External audience: improving IDEB scores in priority municipalities

Municipal Development Index (IDM)
In partnership with the Votorantim Institute, we created a tool that consolidates socio-environmental indicators for all Brazilian municipalities, based on four pillars:
• Education;
• Work and Income;
• Health;
• Environment;

The IDM identifies territorial vulnerabilities and guides strategic investments for long-term social transformation, building positive legacies where we operate.

Promote diversity,
equity and inclusion

GOAL 2030

Ensure career progression for people with disabilities, guaranteeing learning and growth.

Achieve 30% representation of women and Black individuals in leadership roles by 2030.

We reached 30% representation of women and Black individuals in leadership positions during the 2023/2024 cycle, surpassing our 2030 goal ahead of schedule.

Program for All - Since 2015

Our commitment to diversity is structured around a program that focuses efforts on:

• Awareness campaigns and leadership engagement;
• Continuous review of processes and practices;
• Reducing structural barriers to professional growth;
• Expanding opportunities across diverse business teams;

People are at the heart of our purpose, and this milestone demonstrates the strength of our actions aimed at ensuring more diverse and inclusive leadership.

Leading the sustainable value chain

GOAL 2030

100% sustainable fruit sourcing, including own and third-party fruit.

We reached 77% sustainable fruit sourcing in the 2023/2024 season, making consistent progress toward the goal of 100% by 2030.

• 100% of our 25 company-owned farms are SAI Platform Gold-level certified;
• Annual audits by PwC Netherlands ensuring compliance;
• Full raw material traceability with process transparency.

Trilhar Program – Since 2016
Our sustainability journey is structured around this program, which strengthens supplier relationships and disseminates sustainability best practices.

Sustainable Juice Covenant (SJC)
We have been part of this global pact since 2020 and have served on the Executive Committee since 2022, working alongside other global companies to ensure a 100% sustainable supply chain by 2030.

We will continue to progress through support, coordination, and partnerships to facilitate sustainability certifications for our partner growers.

Partnerships and Voluntary Commitments

United Nations (UN) Global Compact

The Global Compact is a voluntary initiative that provides guidelines for promoting sustainable growth and citizenship through committed and innovative corporate leadership.

Since 2020, we have been independent signatories to the Global Compact, and our strategy is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Sustainable Juice Covenant (SJC)

We have been part of the SJC since 2020, becoming one of the first juice processors in the world to join the pact that reinforces our commitments to a 100% sustainable supply chain by 2030.

Science Based Targets (SBTI)

In 2022, we committed to the SBTi to ensure our actions are backed by this globally recognized, scientifically grounded movement, which features clear goals and indicators. Together, we have a better chance of mitigating the impacts of climate change.

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Citrosuco uses citrus farming as a climate solution to combine environmental conservation with productivity, strengthening climate resilience and adaptation. Learn more about our practices.

Sustainable Solutions

Annual Reports

Through our Annual Reports, we share annually the Citrosuco’s social, economic, and environmental performance as well as our model of governance, policy, and values, following international ESG reporting methodologies.

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OUR 2030 COMMITMENTS

Contribute to climate resilience

2030 TARGET

Reduce Scope 1 and 2 CO₂-equivalent emissions by 28% compared with the 2019 baseline.

OUR PROGRESS

Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time. To help build a more balanced and secure world for future generations, we reaffirm our commitment to reducing Scope 1 and 2 CO₂-equivalent emissions by 28% compared with the 2019 baseline.

Decarbonization projects, such as electrification at the Ghent Terminal in Belgium, have helped us achieve a 7% reduction in emissions. We will continue investing in energy efficiency projects and renewable energy. Our perennial orchards will also continue to contribute to removing carbon from the atmosphere.

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OUR 2030 COMMITMENTS

Foster biodiversity

2030 TARGET

Plant 2 million native seedlings. Implement Citrosuco’s Biodiversity Policy, achieving more than 80% alignment with TNFD recommendations and positioning the company among the sector’s leaders in biodiversity practices.

OUR PROGRESS

With the CitroApis Program operating on 100% of our company-owned farms, we have achieved our initial commitment to implement structured conservation projects across 100% of the land designated for environmental protection.

We recognize the importance of biodiversity to our agricultural operations and, above all, to a balanced environment. Together, we will turn our new commitments into reality.

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OUR 2030 COMMITMENTS

Manage water resources responsibly

2030 TARGET

Achieve a 20% improvement in the water footprint of industrial operations. Strengthen water resilience through 5 million m³ of water storage capacity and 40,000 hectares of irrigated agricultural land.

OUR PROGRESS

Water is essential to life, to ensuring dignified conditions for people and communities, and to our business. In industry, we continue to improve water use efficiency. In agriculture, we completed 400,000 m³ of water storage capacity in the 2023/2024 crop year. We continue to strengthen water resilience by building new large reservoirs, ensuring strategic reserves for periods of lower water availability.

Our new approach reaffirms our commitment to responsible water management, promoting efficiency, water security and the protection of communities’ livelihoods and well-being.

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OUR 2030 COMMITMENTS

Drive social transformation

2030 TARGET

Improve educational attainment for 1,000 people through the Pilar Program, with 50% passing the ENCCEJA examination. Achieve an average IDEB score of 7.0 in the early years of elementary education, benefiting 10 territories where we operate.

OUR PROGRESS

We continue to pursue our goals of creating opportunities for people and supporting community development. We achieved our target of operating in 100% of the 10 priority territories, investing in projects that helped reduce vulnerabilities.

We will further advance education by investing in the educational attainment of our employees through the Pilar Program and helping improve the quality of basic education in communities near our operations. Knowledge transforms lives.

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OUR 2030 COMMITMENTS

Promote diversity, equity and inclusion

2030 TARGET

Achieve 35% representation of women and 14% representation of Black people in leadership positions by 2030.

OUR PROGRESS

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to fairer and more promising workplaces. In 2021, we committed to achieving 30% representation of women and Black people in leadership positions by 2030. We achieved this milestone ahead of schedule.

Building on this achievement, we have raised our ambition with separate targets for women and Black people in leadership positions. We will drive cultural change, reflecting our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

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OUR 2030 COMMITMENTS

Lead a sustainable value chain

2030 TARGET

Achieve 100% sustainable fruit sourcing, including fruit from company-owned farms and partner growers.

OUR PROGRESS

We have achieved 77% sustainable fruit sourcing, including fruit from company-owned farms and third parties. All our farms hold SAI Platform Gold-level certification, following best practices for environmental protection and dignified working conditions.

We continue to advance alongside our partner growers. Through the Trilhar Program, we will combine knowledge and support to build a supply chain that creates a positive impact for everyone, reinforcing our commitment to leading a sustainable value chain that benefits all.