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News and views from SAI Platform, our members and across the sustainable agriculture sector
We welcome Dale Farm as a SAI Platform member
Building resilience in the Argentinian peanut sector
We welcome Bel Group as a SAI Platform member
We welcome NSI Group as a SAI Platform member
Call for submissions for the 2024 FSA Growing A Better Planet Award
Aligning the industry on climate smart agriculture
FSA Growing a Better Planet Award 2023 Shortlist
Executive Committee elections
We welcome Manitoba Harvest as a SAI Platform member
Empowering farmers to demonstrate, enhance and verify on-farm sustainability
Building climate change resilience through regenerative agriculture
Interview with Guilherme Ortega of Solidaridad, Brazil
Fostering collaboration, enhancing value and strengthening the community
Effective transition support marks a key step in SAI Platform’s Regenerating Together Programme
Practical solutions for mitigating GHG emissions in the beef sector
We welcome Glanbia as a SAI Platform member
Introducing My SAI Platform 2.0
We welcome Pip & Nut as a SAI Platform member
FSA and Regenerating Together forge joint industry solution
We welcome Thai Wah as a SAI Platform member
The impact of the EU Deforestation Regulation on the European beef industry
We welcome Leprino Foods as a SAI Platform member
Regenerating Together: Reflecting on a pivotal year advancing regenerative agriculture
SDP Accelerator: Inclusion and adoption in Brazil
Candid insights and collaboration: Climate Conversations to catalyse action
Interview with Alina Menżyńska – Farm Frites Poland
Celebrating five years of ERBS collaboration
We welcome Pomona Farming as a SAI Platform member
Understanding farming contexts and regenerative agriculture in practice
We welcome United Sugar Producers and Refiners Cooperative as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform Releases new FSA Outcome Measurement Handbook expanding its scope to cover Soil, Water and Biodiversity.
World’s leading FMCG companies commit to new global framework for regenerative agriculture practices
Interview with Tamás Sarkadi – Sabater
New online FSA training ensures user knowledge, skills and empowerment
Interview with Emil Dalsgaard Hansen, Director of Grain – DAKOFO
Transforming the food system: A deep dive into the practicalities of Regenerative Agriculture
We welcome SoyCanada as a SAI Platform member
We welcome SaraSpice as a SAI Platform member
A significant milestone as Platforms enter second reporting cycle on ERBS Outcome Targets
Let’s talk about climate!
SAI Platform’s 2022 Annual Report now available online
We welcome Pfeifer & Langen as a SAI Platform member
FSA 3.0 re-benchmarking now finalised
Field to Market Announces Gold Level Equivalence against SAI Platform’s FSA 3.0
The FSA’s Growing A Better Planet Award 2023 goes to Phata Sugarcane Outgrowers Cooperative
We welcome Sabater as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Nedspice as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Hoogwegt as a SAI Platform member
Interview with Gabriel Sarasin, Director of Sustainability and Technology – McCORMICK
SAI Platform pilots the Wild Harvest Sustainability Assessment in Hungary.
Crops Working Group and FSA Community of Practice – Rome Event
SAI Platform globally tests the Regenerative Agriculture Tool Prototype
Transforming the Food System: The practicalities of regenerative agriculture
We welcome Ornua as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform and GLOBALG.A.P. strengthen their partnership
2023 ERBS Annual Event: Enhancing Beef Sustainability through Research and Technology
Interview with Yves Leclerc, Chair of the Regenerative Agriculture Programme
SAI Platform delivers comprehensive outcome framework for regenerative agriculture
We welcome Bairds Malt as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Lindt & Sprüngli as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Hero Group as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform launches Climate Conversations
Call for submissions for the FSA Growing A Better Planet Award
2023 Steering Committee elected for the Regenerative Agriculture Programme
The FSA advances sustainable production for the Florida citrus industry
We welcome Lakeland Dairies as a SAI Platform member
New Executive Committee elected as drive continues towards 2025 goals
We welcome DMK Group as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Carlsberg Group as a SAI Platform member
The Farm Sustainability Assessment: Globally significant and locally relevant
People Powered Agriculture
We welcome Ardo Group as a SAI Platform member
The ERBS increases its global presence
Growing a Better Planet: Ocean Spray reveals a unique story for sustainable cranberries
A first step in the harmonisation of carbon reporting for the dairy sector
Interview with Hans Jöhr, Honorary President of SAI Platform
FSA re-benchmarking deadline closed
Annual Event 2022: People Powered Agriculture
#SAIPlatform2022 Highlights and 7 Key Talking Points
We welcome Agri Resources Group as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Milchindustrie-Verband (MIV) as a SAI Platform affiliate member
We welcome Tate & Lyle as a SAI Platform member
The ERBS is shaping the future of beef sustainability
This is agriculture, powered by people
SAI Platform releases a Communication Guidebook in response to member’s needs
Interview with Rebecca Larson of Western Sugar Cooperative
Interview with Kevin Ogorzalek of Barry Callebault
Interview with Peter Spaargaren
Interview with Roland Buchwalder and Joao Fontes of Givaudan
Farm Sustainability Assessment 3.0 now available in Chinese
Interview with Klaas Jan van Calker
Evolving and putting ideas into action – Part 2
Evolving and putting ideas into action – Part 1
We welcome Suntory Group as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform Podcast: Lucas Simons
Opinion piece from Andrea Granier
Sustainable Dairy Partnership
SAI Platform is recruiting!
Knowledge sharing is key to the development and transition to regenerative agriculture
Executive Committee elections
Accelerating the transition to regenerative practices
Focusing on igniting positive impact together – Part 2
SAI Platform welcomes GRA as a new partner
Focusing on igniting positive impact together – Part 1
ERBS Annual Member Event 2022
The SDP takes further steps towards aligning the dairy industry
New FSA 3.0 User Guide released
Building a new strategic direction for the Crops Working Group
Opinion piece from Jan Kees Vis
FSA 3.0 continues to accelerate the adoption of sustainable agriculture practices
Focusing on driving transformation and measuring impact – Part 2
Focusing on driving transformation and measuring impact – Part 1
Driving action on GHG emissions in the beef sector
We welcome Saputo as a SAI Platform member
Agricultural transformation through collaboration
Annual Report 2021 – Transformation through collaboration
We welcome Veracruz as a SAI Platform member
The Wild Harvest Sustainability Assessment
We welcome VIVESCIA as a SAI Platform member
Interview with Alan Johnson of the International Finance Corporation
Sustainability leaders in Argentina
Dionys Forster joins SAI Platform as new DG in its 20th year
Opinion – Hamish Taylor, Sustainability Advisor
New Regenerative Agriculture Programme web page goes live
The ERBS commissions independent literature review
FSA Measurement and Integration Workstream: Call for nominations
We welcome Lorenz Snack-World as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform and the FLA release supply chain mapping tools
We welcome Pernod Ricard as a SAI Platform member
Interview with Aurélie Letortu of FrieslandCampina
First Gold Level benchmark achieved against FSA 3.0
LIFE 4DOÑANA launches extensive training programme for growers
We welcome Darigold as a SAI Platform member
Interview with Anke Kwast of Yara International
Steering Committee elected for the Regenerative Agriculture Programme
Benchmark equivalence achieved for SAI Platform’s FSA 3.0
We welcome Bayer as a SAI Platform member
FSA Steering Committee: Call for nominations
We welcome The Finnish Cereal Committee (VYR) as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Mondelez International as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform and OP2B coordinate to enable reporting on regenerative outcomes
The ERBS achieves significant milestone
An improved user-experience goes live on Spotlight
Advancing sustainability learning with the 3rd International Executive Programme
Harvesting the Future takes important steps in addressing labour conditions in Turkey
Interview with Kevin Ogorzalek of the Barry Callebaut Group
McCormick’s Grown for Good Standard achieves Silver Level equivalence against SAI Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment
First Benchmark Equivalence achieved for FSA 3.0
SAI Platform’s Wild Harvest Sustainability Assessment to be released Spring 2022
Interview with Martina Pia Campisi of O.P. Esperidio
FSA Workstreams: Call for nominations
Talking Regenerative Agriculture at the World Biodiversity Summit 2021
Pakistan Project puts a spotlight on women’s economic empowerment
SDP Reporting Hub goes live
SAI Platform reaches collaborative power of 150 members
New digital portal opens access to sustainability learning resources and tools
We welcome Britvic as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Sono Global Group as a SAI Platform member
Sustainable Dairy Partnership marks digital milestone in industry collaboration
We welcome Sabirlar as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform introduces Regenerative Agriculture Framework to align agricultural value chain
We welcome Vicente Trapani as SAI Platform member
We welcome Simpsons Malt as a SAI Platform member
Pakistan Project springs into action on water sensors
Growing a better planet: Nordzucker sugar beet leading the way in sustainable agriculture practices
BellaTerra’s Isabel Nepstad and Han Zhan to represent SAI Platform in Beautiful China
We welcome Norex Flavours as a SAI Platform member
FSA now available in seven additional languages
SAI Platform Doñana Berry Project
5 key talking points #SAIPlatform2021
5 top insights #SAIPlatform2021
Farmers are at the heart of the value chain – WFO President speaks to #SAIPlatform2021
Newly approved FSA Verification Bodies Imaflora and ECAS
Growing momentum for the FSA in Florida’s orange industry
Wild Harvest Sustainability Assessment achieves major milestone
We welcome AmpliSource as a SAI Platform affiliate member
Harvesting the Future – the first SAI Platform project addressing human rights
Recognising the value of agriculture for a thriving future
Online FSA Learning Centre is key to cultivating on-farm sustainability
Developing the Sustainable Dairy Partnership: a game changer for dairy sustainability
Projects, Partnerships and Innovation in a year like no other. Part 2.
Projects, Partnerships and Innovation in a year like no other. Part 1.
We welcome Koppert as a SAI Platform affiliate member
ERBS Platforms demonstrate commitment to sustainable beef production
The Dairy Working Group addresses key sector challenges
The meaning of agriculture resilience in 2020 and for the future
Annual Report 2020 – Safeguarding agricultural resilience for the future
We welcome Crisp Malt as a SAI Platform member
We welcome FGF Trapani as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Dreher Group as a SAI Platform member
World’s first FSA verification for cinnamon: McCormick & Company tell us how
We welcome Treatt as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Savencia Fromage & Dairy as a SAI Platform member
FSA 3.0 launch accelerates growth of sustainable agriculture
Lançamento da FSA 3.0 acelera o crescimento da agropecuária sustentável
El lanzamiento de la FSA 3.0 acelera el crecimiento de la agricultura sostenible
Growing a better planet: industry uptake of FSA to meet sustainability targets
The Doñana Berry Project: a triumph of collaboration, sustainability and longevity
SAI Platform announces new 2025 goals in drive towards agricultural transformation
Transforming the dairy industry together
Building an industry consensus on regenerative agriculture
ERBS introduces new Platform process and guidance for reporting and assessment
We welcome Constellation Brands as a SAI Platform member
We welcome The Hershey Company as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Yara International ASA as a SAI Platform affiliate member
We welcome SSF as a SAI Platform member
Sustainable Agriculture Principles and Practices: our tool to support companies in advancing sustainability
The Sustainable Rice Platform National Interpretation Guideline (NIG) for the U.S.A. Achieves Silver Level Equivalence with Farm Sustainability Assessment
#GrowingABetterPlanet: Outlook on the new FSA 3.0
We welcome Scoular as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Synlait Milk as a SAI Platform member
We welcome ADM as a SAI Platform member
SAI Platform states position on human rights
We welcome Ortogel as a SAI Platform member
We welcome BADER as a SAI Platform affiliate member
Business for Nature: The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity
We welcome Target as a SAI Platform member
We welcome iTi Tropicals as a SAI Platform member
We welcome HZPC as a SAI Platform affiliate member
We welcome Tönnies Group as a SAI Platform member
We welcome Syngenta Group as a SAI Platform affiliate member
FSA Accelerator: Russia Project successfully accomplishes on-farm sustainability for the sugar-beet industry
We welcome The Kraft-Heinz Company as a new member
FSA auditors to benefit from tailored online training course
Member Exclusive: A conversation with Adrian Greet, Director General and Jane Duncan, Operations Director, SAI Platform
Advancing sustainability learning through the International Executive Programme
FSA – the industry solution generating interest in China
ERBS welcomes globally aligned targets for sustainable beef
Interview with Alexander Pfeifer and Hannes Werth of VOG Products
Principles and Practices of Regenerative Agriculture – Scaling to a global and common approach
Engaging for the future of sustainable agriculture with Findus
FSA Community of Practice gathers in support of FSA 3.0 developments
BASF, Boortmalt and SAI Platform partner for sustainable barley production
Wild Harvest Project completes successful assessment development phase
Animal welfare position paper released
Birds Eye pea harvest verified as first Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) Gold Level supply chain in the UK
SAI Platform General Assembly 2020
Sustainable Dairy Partnership ready for industry implementation
Member Exclusive: A conversation with Robert Erhard, Corporate Sustainable Agriculture, Nestlé
We welcome Brooks Grain as a new SAI Platform member
Online, interactive, FSA learning session comes to China
Interview Claire Donoghue: “Working as a multi-stakeholder group is vital to the success of the ERBS.”
SAIRISI: the accomplishments of a collaborative project for sustainable rice farming
Interview Athanasios Mandis: “In essence, we are looking at a slicker FSA Self-Assessment Questionnaire with a call for greater clarity on performance.”
New ERBS webpage goes live
We welcome Vreugdenhil Dairy Foods as a new SAI Platform member
SAI Platform members and key partners invited to sneak preview of FSA 3.0
LIFE 4Doñana: a legacy of SAI Platform’s Doñana Berry Project
We welcome Capua 1880 as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Lycos-Trnava Malt House as a new SAI Platform member
SAI Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) now available on SupplyShift
La FSA llega al corazón de la agricultura sostenible de América Latina
Sustainability Insights: tackling the important issues in agri-food today
We welcome OP Esperidio as a new SAI Platform member
ExCo 2020-2022: A conversation with Leon Mol
ExCo 2020-2022: A conversation with Katharine Teague
Welcome to Robert Erhard – New President of the SAI Platform Executive Committee
Developing greater sustainability in the European beef sector
Elections for ERBS Board
We welcome Importaco as a new SAI Platform member
Harvesting the Future: understanding labour conditions for migrant workers
We welcome Eckes-Granini as a new member
Benchmark shows: ‘On the way to PlanetProof’ meets FSA Gold level equivalence for sustainable farming
FSA arriving at the heart of sustainable agriculture in Latin America
Regenerating agriculture through industry collaboration
Farming for Sustainable Development: the positive impact of farming
COVID-19: Impact on agricultural supply chain continuity
Launch of FSA 3.0 postponed until Spring 2021
SAI Platform shines Spotlight on Members’ priorities
We welcome Ocean Spray as a new SAI Platform member
PepsiCo’s Sustainable Farming Program Achieves Silver Level Equivalence in the USA with Farm Sustainability Assessment
COVID-19: SAI Platform launches FSA remote training course
SAI Platform advocates for climate action
Business for Nature: The importance of nature across the supply chain
An update from SAI Platform on COVID-19
Annual Report 2019: Our year of accelerating engagement
SAI Platform launches exclusive online site for members
SAI Platform and ITC launch new FSA Benchmarking Portal
SAI Platform invests in better support and service to FSA users
We welcome Keurig DrPepper as a new SAI Platform member
Interview with Martina Henry: “I have come to value the high level of drive, expertise and ambition within the group”
We welcome Bonduelle as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome DAKOFO as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Hilton Food Group plc as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Cutrale as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Rahr Malting Co. as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome LSR as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Oatly as a new SAI Platform member
Approved FSA Verification Bodies add their weight to continuous on-farm sustainability improvement
European Roundtable for Beef Sustainability recognises initiatives across Europe
Top 5 challenges and opportunities for farmers in California
The International Executive Programme: how sustainable agriculture became an interactive learning experience
Strategy on track as 2019 trends growth, development and delivery
We welcome Miritz as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Prodalim as a new member
Development of FSA 3.0 reaches major milestone
Sustainable farming a high priority in China
Frequently Asked Questions get to the point about the FSA
We welcome EDEKA as a new SAI Platform member
Americas Committee starts with focus on 2020
Climate action: how agriculture offers the solutions to climate change
We welcome Griffith Foods as a new SAI Platform member
FSA Training tailors member support and advances expertise in the US and Canada
FSA 3.0 Questionnaire public consultation now open
We welcome Pure Circle as a new SAI Platform member
Brazil Week highlights the value of cross-commodity community
We welcome T.B. Fruit as a new SAI Platform member
What does the Sustainable Dairy Partnership mean for our members and the dairy industry?
The Sustainable Dairy Partnership unites industry-wide push towards global sustainability
We welcome Viking Malt OY as a new SAI Platform member
FSA training provides food and drink companies in China the tools to drive sustainable production
We welcome VOG PRODUCTS as a new member
SAI Platform invests in the assurance of the FSA Performance Claim
#NextGenFarming – SAI Platform Annual Event 2019, Chicago, USA
5 top insights from #SAIPlatform2019 experts
5 key talking points from #SAIPlatform2019
How do we see the future for Next Generation Farming?
#SAIPlatform2019: the hot topics on social media
SAI Platform Annual Report 2018 – the year we reinforced community development
Field to Market and SAI Platform Announce First Use of Joint Equivalency Module by Leading Food Companies
We welcome Starbucks as a new SAI Platform member
SAI Platform launches new website and interactive FSA Resource Centre
A new International Executive Programme taking sustainability to the next level
We welcome Roquette as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Almond Board of California as a new SAI Platform affiliate member
FSA 3.0 development in full swing
Horizon Committee investigates use of plastic in agriculture – but where from here?
SAI Platform hosts another successful FSA Training Event in Lille
‘Next Generation Farming’ – the impact of sustainable agriculture for the future
SAI Platform launches FSA Training Toolkit and FSA Topic Guides
Active farmer engagement is the key to sustainable agriculture success – and why the FSA helps
How collaboration is tackling water challenges: SAI Platform Projects
FSA now even more robust as latest Country Legal Compliance Assessment added
Opportunity and strong interest for sustainable agriculture in China
SAI Platform brings companies together to tackle sustainability in North America
Crops Working Group announce 8 projects for 2019
“Beef sustainability is not a new phenomenon…”
We welcome Carbery as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Reckitt Benckiser as a new SAI Platform member
We welcome Givaudan as a new SAI Platform member
Welcome to new Livestock Chairs
We welcome McCormick as a new SAI Platform member
Improved Process and Delivery Mark a Successful 2018 for SAI Platform
Pre-Competitive Sharing at its Best – PepsiCo Offers Sustainable Farming Program Toolkit
SAI Platform welcomes DuPont Nutrition & Health
SAI Platform Delivers Another Successful FSA Training Event in Rome
SAI Platform Master Class in partnership with the Business School Lausanne
FSA Training Event, Rome
Sustainable Solutions Are Empowering Smallholders in India
Key Users Gather to Kick Start FSA 3.0 Review
The European Roundtable for Beef Sustainability (ERBS) Unites the Beef Value Chain from Farm to Fork
FSA 3.0 Guidance Committee: Call for Nominations
SAI Platform Launches the European Roundtable for Beef Sustainability
Case Studies: Lessons Learnt from Our Member-Driven on the Ground Projects
The Doñana Berry Project Case Study – Innovative Collaboration for Advancing Sustainability
Welcome to Our New Member: Orkla
Welcome to Our New Member: Kall Ingredients Ltd.
Welcome to Our New Member: Fabrika Seccera “Crvenka A.D.”
Welcome to Our New Member: Andriani SpA
Welcome to Our New Member: A.D. Sugar Factory „Šajkaška“ Žabalj
The must-attend event of the year
FSA 3.0: The next iteration of FSA gets under way
FSA Filter Targets Sustainable Practice in Mushroom Cultivation
European Roundtable for Beef Sustainability (ERBS) ready for launch
Five New Members Join SAI Platform
McCain Placing Big Bets to Deliver Sustainable Success
SAI Platform Calls on Members to Support Expansion into China
Highlights of our Farm Sustainability Assessment Training Event 2018
Highlights of our Farm Sustainability Assessment Training Event 2018
SAI Platform’s New Vision and Mission
Membership Communications Guide
Highlights of our 2018 Annual Event in Aarhus, Denmark
Highlights of our 2018 Annual Event
Welcome to Our New Member: WILD Juice B.V.
Welcome to Our New Member: Surexport
Welcome to Our New Member: Algoma Orchards
Welcome to Our New Member: Mizkan America
Welcome to Our New Member: Viresol
Sustainability Through Technology & Innovation – How to advance sustainable agriculture at landscape level
Welcome to Our New Member: Nomad Foods Europe
Welcome to Our New Member: Barilla
Seven New Members Join SAI Platform
SAI Platform Prepares the Way for the European Roundtable for Beef Sustainability
Our Commitment to SAI Platform’s Success
Sustainability Through Technology & Innovation – How to advance sustainable agriculture at landscape level
SAI Platform Announce One Crops Working Group
Enhanced Audit Guidance for Third-Party Verification of FSA
SAI Platform Introduces FSA 2.1
2017 SAI Platform Annual Report
The Future For Farming – Advancing Sustainability Through Technology And Innovation
SCS’ Sustainably Grown Program Achieves Silver Level Equivalence with SAI Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment Tool
4C Code of Conduct operated by Coffee Assurance Services (CAS) achieves FSA Silver Level
European Sugar Beet Case Study
SAIRISI Case Study – Sustainable Italian Rice Project
SAI Platform’s Doñana Berry Project: Innovative Collaboration for Advancing Sustainability
SAI Platform spreads its wings and launches ‘Brazil Committee’
SIZA, the South African sustainability standard for social and environmental assurance, is the first to reach FULL (100%) equivalence when benchmarked against SAI Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA)
Sustainable Agricultural Practices Brought to Life
SAI Platform Creates a New Approach to Reach Sector-Wide Impact for Sustainable Dairy
Welcome To Our New Member: Intersnack Group
SAI Platform Recognises Solidaridad’s Self-Assessment Tool for Citrus in Brazil
Spotlight Takes Off
Fair for Life and For Life Reach Silver Equivalence with SAI Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA)
Join us at our Annual Event 2018, in Aarhus, Denmark
On the Road with Peter-Erik
SAI Platform Welcomes Three New Members
Spotlight – The Countdown Begins
A Call to Action to Halt Deforestation in Brazil’s Cerrado
California Almond Sustainability Program Recognized Globally by SAI Platform
Creating a Baseline Assessment for Beef Sustainability
FSA Community of Practice Share Knowledge and Learning
FSA and Cool Farm Tool to Measure the Sustainability Performance
Another Impressive Year for SAI Platform’s FSA
Exclusive Interview With Peter-Erik Ywema
Building Sustainable Value Chains – The Master Class
Shining the Light Towards Sustainable Collaboration
Building Sustainable Value Chains – The Master Class
SAI Platform Annual Event 2018 #SAI Platform18 – 7 Facts About Aarhus
