Tyson Foods gets recognition for sustainability programmes

US Roundtable for Sustainable Beef recognises Tyson Foods for beef sustainability programmes.
calendar icon 3 March 2020
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Three Tyson Foods, Inc sustainability programmes achieved recognition for alignment to the US Beef Industry Sustainability Framework. The recognition applies to processing facilities under the Tyson Fresh Meats sustainability programme as well as to auction market and feedyard partners under the Tyson FarmCheck Programme.

The basis of recognition comes from the US Beef Industry Sustainability Framework, an industry-adopted resource that outlines key areas of sustainability and opportunities for improvement across the beef value chain. The Framework is inclusive of high-priority indicators, sector specific metrics and sustainability assessment guides.

“Our company is committed to continuously improving the sustainability of our beef business and this includes partnering with our livestock suppliers to encourage best practices.” said Shane Miller, senior vice president and general manager of beef enterprise for Tyson Foods. “We’re pleased to be recognised for our efforts in this important area.”

Each Tyson Foods programme underwent a third-party review through the US Roundtable of Sustainable Beef (USRSB) recognition programme to demonstrate alignment to the Framework. These reviews assessed each programme’s approach to sustainability and incorporation of Framework principles, including animal welfare, land and water resources, and air and greenhouse gas emissions, among other areas.

“This recognition demonstrates a commitment of Tyson Foods to continuous improvement and sustainability in the beef supply chain,” said USRSB Chair Ben Weinheimer. “The US Beef Industry Sustainability Framework was designed to help communicate the great strides the industry has and continues to make in beef sustainability. Partnering with organisations like Tyson Foods demonstrates our commitment to beef sustainability across the entire supply chain, which, in turn, continues to improve trust in US beef among consumers.”

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