ANKENY, Iowa, September 18, 2023 — Albaugh, LLC has released its inaugural 2022 Sustainability Report, "Our Purpose Is Rooted In Protection", which can be found at albaugh.com, highlighting the company’s commitment and progress toward creating a more sustainable and resilient future. The first-ever report is a snapshot of where the company is in its sustainability journey and efforts that are being made to drive positive change for the future.
Chief Executive Officer, Kurt Pedersen Kaalund, said "Albaugh’s sustainability efforts recognize the important role that the company serves in the world. The agricultural sector plays a pivotal role in ensuring global food security, while also facing environmental challenges." Kaalund continued, "With this in mind, we recognize the importance of not only providing products and innovations that improve crop yields, but also advancing sustainable practices that support the long-term health of our planet."
The report shares data and stories highlighting the progress being made by Albaugh to build sustainable practices through environmental, social and governance initiatives. Reporting is structured with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI).
The Albaugh Sustainability Committee oversees advancement of initiatives and reporting, but progress is a team effort, according to Kaalund. "I am inspired by the work our talented and dedicated employees are doing around the globe to lead our company forward in this important work," he said. "The support of our customers, suppliers and other stakeholders is also critical as we work to drive positive change in our industry."
For more information on the inaugural sustainability report, or sustainability initiatives at Albaugh contact: Stuart Feldstein, Executive Vice President/Deputy CEO, or Mollie Tjelmeland, Group Sustainability Manager, +1-515-964-9444.
About Albaugh, LLC
Headquartered in Ankeny, IA, Albaugh is the largest privately held supplier of crop protection products in the world. Albaugh offers an ever-expanding portfolio of crop protection products in the key agricultural regions of North America, Mexico/LATAM North, Brazil/Paraguay, Argentina/LATAM South, Europe/MEA and China/Asia/Pacific. Albaugh operates world-class multi-functional plants supporting these markets. To learn more, visit www.albaugh.com.
