SANTA PAULA, CA - Today, we are tracking the progress of Limoneira’s ambitious sustainability efforts. Sharing an update on the continued progress of its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, the citrus and avocado supplier has released its annual sustainability report.

“Sustainable land stewardship is at the core of our organization and has guided our farming practices for 130 years,” said Harold Edwards, President and Chief Executive Officer of Limoneira. “We are committed to being a catalyst for positive change, and this report allows us to outline our ESG pillars, along with our annual performance against those pillars, and identify areas of improvement as we work toward creating a better future and long-term value for shareholders, employees, and customers.”

Some annual highlights included in the release are:

• Renewable energy powered over 44 percent of all operations at Limoneira, an increase from over 30 percent in the prior year
• Expanded the implementation of climate-smart agricultural practices
• Increased diversity on the Board of Directors, with 43 percent of Directors now female
• Distributed $2.5 million in charitable donations

The report was prepared in accordance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, according to a press release.

For more updates on Limoneira’s operational growth, stick around with us at AndNowUKnow.

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