The Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) has launched a new strategic resource offering invaluable guidance for UK agri-supply businesses, helping them to successfully navigate the sustainability landscape and promote greater efficiency.
Unveiled at the AIC Conference today (13 November), “Agri-supply: An action plan for sustainable efficiency” is a comprehensive blueprint dedicated to delivering a resilient UK agriculture and food system.
The Action Plan provides insight and inspiration for companies operating in the major agri-supply sectors – Animal Feed, Combinable Crops, Crop Protection and Agronomy, Fertiliser, and Seed– helping them to enhance their sustainability credentials while becoming more efficient and fit for the future.
Offering an in-depth insight into the pivotal role that the agri-supply industry plays, its content makes for essential reading by everyone involved in the agriculture and food system. The report covers the fundamental areas for sustainable agriculture and food production, including economic resilience, climate impacts, biodiversity, and sustainable communities. It includes a summary of actions for the agri-supply industry, clearly outlining where businesses can make a start and take further actions to build resilience.
By implementing the recommendations in the Action Plan, businesses can make tangible progress towards reducing their environmental impact, aligning with government policies, improving market access and opening up wider investment opportunities.
AIC’s Chief Executive, Robert Sheasby, said: “This Action Plan underscores AIC’s commitment to leading the industry towards a more sustainable future. It is a call to action, empowering our Members to excel in a marketplace where sustainability is no longer optional, but essential.
“Together, we will keep up the drive for positive change, ensuring that our industry – which forms the bedrock of our food system – remains resilient, responsible, and ready for whatever the future brings.”
The Sustainability Action Plan is now available for download on the AIC website, offering in-depth insights and practical strategies for businesses aiming to integrate sustainable practices into their everyday operations.
