Barry Callebaut’s sustainability efforts recognised
Rainforest Alliance has awarded Barry Callebaut the Sustainable Standard-Setter award for its collective sustainability efforts over the past years.
The company’s chief executive officer, Juergen B. Steinemann, states, “We are honoured to receive such a prestigious award from an organisation that shares many of the same values as Barry Callebaut. Our ongoing collaboration with the Rainforest Alliance allows us to continue to encourage cocoa farming practices that are sustainable over the long term.”
Steven Retzlaff, president of Global Sourcing & Cocoa, echoed these sentiments, noting, “Contributing to a sustainable cocoa supply chain and proactively engaging in cocoa farming communities is fundamental to our company. We applaud the efforts of farmer groups who commit to sustainable agricultural practices and succeed in achieving the criteria to be Rainforest Alliance Certified.”
