Fujian Sunner Development Co Ltd

The company does not have a science-based emission reduction target.

The company has not disclosed specific targets for reducing Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 GHG emissions.

The company does not discuss whether it is working with suppliers to reduce emissions from agriculture.

The company does not engage in innovative projects to reduce or mitigate emissions from feed farming.

The company does not engage in innovative projects to reduce or mitigate emissions from animal farming.

In its 2023 CDP Climate response, the company reports Scope 1 emissions of 413,900 tCO2e and plans to collect more comprehensive GHG emission data within the next two years.

The company does not disclose any information on GHG emissions from animal farming. The company does not disclose any information on GHG emissions from feed production. The company does not disclose any information on GHG emissions from land use change.

The company responded to the CDP Climate Change Questionnaire 2023 and reported that its Scope 1 emissions are verified by a third party.

In its 2023 CDP Climate response, the company reports an increase in Scope 1 emissions from 329,579 tCO2e in FY2021 to 413,900 tCO2e in FY2022. It does not provide Scope 2 and Scope 3 emission data for comparison. Additionally, there is no disclosure of quantitative decreases in emissions from feed, enteric fermentation, or manure management.

The company uses qualitative climate-related scenario analysis to inform its strategy and intends to incorporate quantitative methods within the next two years.

The company identifies its primary raw materials as agricultural products like corn and soybean meal, which are influenced by unpredictable factors such as weather and market conditions. Significant price fluctuations in these materials could impact profitability. To mitigate risk, it purchases large quantities when prices are low to stabilise costs throughout the year. The company does not address the risks of a carbon tax on electricity or animal protein, nor does it provide information on heat stress and animal mortality. It does not discuss the impact of increased veterinary and medicine costs, or rising electricity and energy demand and prices. Additionally, the company does not disclose the number of financially material events due to climate risk in the reporting period.

The company does not disclose its commitment to align capital expenditures with its GHG targets.

In its CDP Forests Report 2023, the company disclosed the use of soybean meal in feed processing for breeding and broiler raising, with soy contributing 21-30% of revenue and 2% or more of total feed ingredients. The company sources soy from Brazil and Argentina, regions at risk of deforestation, but does not confirm that all soy is from deforestation-free suppliers. It plans to develop a system to monitor compliance with deforestation commitments within the next two years. The company conducts forest-related risk assessments of soy using both internal methods and external consultants. However, it does not specify the sourcing locations identified as high risk.

The company does not disclose having a deforestation/conversion-free target for soy.

The company discloses a company-wide target but does not specify what proportion of soy it applies to.

The company has responded to the CDP Forests Questionnaire 2023. It mentions a target to source certified soy is underway, but does not disclose its exact progress at the time of reporting. This commitment will be verified by a third party.

The company procures raw materials, including soybean meal for animal feed production, but its supplier code of conduct does not address deforestation. According to its CDP Forests Report 2023, the company requires suppliers to respond to the CDP Forest Questionnaire to better understand deforestation risks and enhance traceability. The company joined the CDP Supply Chain Forest Project in 2019 and mandated supplier responses to the questionnaire starting in 2020. However, the support provided to suppliers in this process remains unclear.

The company does not disclose how compliance is monitored or what actions are taken if non-compliance occurs. Furthermore, the company does not disclose the level of traceability in its soy supply chain.

The company does not discuss innovations or practices to move towards sustainable feed sources.

In its CDP Climate 2023 Report, the company states that refining its slaughtering process has saved 609,100 tons of water. However, it does not disclose other water-saving measures or its water consumption. Additionally, the company has not conducted a risk assessment for its processing facilities, nor has it identified those located in areas with high or medium water stress.

The company does not disclose a time-bound water reduction target to reduce total water withdrawals at facilities in the reporting year.

The company has invested significantly in building a sewage treatment plant, purifying 11.15 million tons of production wastewater to meet emission standards. It spends tens of millions annually on environmental protection infrastructure and equipment. The Guangze County Government has constructed the largest livestock and poultry sewage treatment plant in the country, meeting surface water drainage standards. The company discloses water consumption costs for certain subsidiaries and wastewater treatment expenses in its 2023 annual report. However, it does not provide data on water withdrawals or consumption by source or water stress level. Additionally, there is no information on whether its water-related data is audited by a third party, nor has it responded to the CDP Water Questionnaire 2023.

The company does not address water usage in its feed supply chain. It does not discuss comprehensive guidance, support, or incentives offered to suppliers/growers on water usage and has not established a partnership with a third party to input into sourcing/farming strategy.

The company does not disclose feed water intensity or the proportion of feed sourced from water-stressed areas. Furthermore, the company does not provide evidence that it is investing in sustainable feed production from a water-use perspective.

The company does not disclose the proportion of animal protein commodities produced or sourced in water-stressed areas. It does not disclose information addressing water scarcity in its animal supply chain, nor does it discuss guidance it offers to animal farmers/suppliers on water usage.

The company does not disclose having established partnerships with third parties to input into sourcing/farming strategy, including water use.

The company reports that all subsidiaries met wastewater standards without incurring penalties or needing rectification during the reporting period. However, it does not identify processing facilities in areas with high or medium water stress from a quality perspective. Additionally, the company has not set water-related quality or volume targets.

The company provides wastewater quality metrics, including pollutant discharge amounts such as COD in mg/L, ammonia, nitrogen, chemical oxygen content, and sulfur dioxide for its six subsidiaries. However, it does not disclose the volume of wastewater discharged or whether this data undergoes third-party auditing. Additionally, the company has not responded to the CDP Water Questionnaire 2023.

The company uses chicken manure, husks, chicken scraps, and other residual materials for organic fertiliser production and biomass power generation. The wastewater quality data appears unchanged from 2022, preventing any comparison. Furthermore, the company has not disclosed the aggregate volume of wastewater discharged.

The company does not address nutrient management in its code of conduct. It does not disclose a requirement for feed suppliers to have a nutrient management plan in place, nor does it provide guidance, support, or incentives to suppliers/growers on nutrient management or fertiliser use in crop production.

The company does not invest in sustainable feed production to improve nutrient management or disclose information about pesticide use in its feed supply chain.

The company converts chicken manure from its production process into biogas and fertiliser. It also conducts environmental impact self-assessments at its sites, which include monitoring water pollutant emissions. However, it does not disclose the number of operations or farms situated in high-risk pollution areas.

The company does not make site-specific nutrient management plans part of its supplier’s contractual agreement or its own farms management. Nor does it provide technical or financial support to suppliers or its own farms to develop nutrient management plans and improve manure storage.

The company does not integrate nutrient management performance into incentive schemes for farmers. It does not discuss innovations in manure or provide evidence of a community engagement plan in relation to pollution.

The company does not disclose a policy on antibiotic usage or measures taken to reduce their need.

The company does not disclose the quantity of antibiotics used.

The company commits to enhancing animal welfare in farming, transport, and slaughter. However, it lacks detailed information on specific frameworks such as the Five Freedoms and fails to clearly outline the measures for structured animal well-being. Additionally, the company does not commit to engaging and training employees on animal welfare issues or state any actions taken in response to breaches of its animal welfare policy. It also does not disclose its involvement in research and development programs to advance animal welfare.

The company does not state a commitment to engaging and training employees on animal welfare issues.

The company has received the "Broiler Animal Welfare Certification" from Humane Farm Animal Care (HFAC) for its "Better Chicken" animal welfare project in partnership with IKEA. However, it appears that this certification only applies to this specific initiative, rather than the majority of its broiler chicken operations.

The company does not disclose information on animal welfare certifications or assurance programs for its beef operations.

The company does not disclose information on key animal welfare risks in beef.

The company lacks a comprehensive policy or commitment to respect all human rights.

The company does not discuss how it monitors, assesses, and mitigates actual and potential human rights risks in its operations or supply chain.

The company does not disclose whether it has identified any human rights risks in its operations through human rights due diligence.

The company lacks a comprehensive policy to provide fair working conditions in its own operations and those of its suppliers.

The company does not discuss whether it has conducted supplier audits covering human rights or if it has a grievance reporting mechanism open to employees or external stakeholders.

The company monitors employee health and safety and implements accident prevention measures. However, it does not disclose health and safety certifications or the percentage of facilities with health and safety committees with worker representatives. Additionally, it has not provided information on assessing or discussing antimicrobial resistance risks for its workforce.

The company does not disclose injury or fatality data for the current reporting or previous year. Nor does the company disclose turnover rates for the reporting period.

The company states that employees can participate in labour union activities and has established a workers' representative conference for raising concerns. However, it operates in China, where freedom of association is legally restricted. The company does not discuss its support for collective bargaining or disclose any requirement to establish a policy on freedom of association and collective bargaining.

The company does not disclose the distribution of its workforce according to contract type, nor does it state the number of employees covered by collective bargaining agreements or provide a statement supporting its employees' right to bargain collectively.

The company does not disclose whether it has food safety certifications in place, or whether it requires suppliers to have GFSI certifications.

The company does not report the number or frequency of food safety audits conducted during the reporting year. It also does not specify associated corrective action rates, nor does it disclose whether it has implemented or is in the process of developing consumer-facing technology for food safety.

The company does not acknowledge food safety as a material business issue, nor does it disclose that a product recall system is in place. It does not report any data on product recall incidents in the reporting year. Furthermore, it does not provide information on preventive or corrective actions.

The company does not disclose information on recalls or market bans for the reporting year. Furthermore, no recalls or market bans were detected in media screenings.

The company reports that the board oversees climate and forest-related issues, with the Chairman providing annual updates on climate risks and opportunities based on the Chief Sustainability Officer's recommendations. Despite claiming in its CDP Climate Questionnaire that the Chairman is competent in climate-related issues, the company fails to provide evidence of this expertise, casting doubt on the Chairman's actual proficiency in sustainability. Furthermore, the company does not disclose conducting a materiality assessment. Additionally, no board members are reported to have expertise in food safety or product development and innovation.

The company provides monetary incentives to executive team members for meeting targets related to conservation and deforestation. However, it does not engage with public policy officials, trade associations, or civil groups on ESG issues, nor does it disclose a commitment to align its policy activities with the goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5⁰C. Additionally, it does not disclose any memberships with trade associations, alliances, or coalitions.

The company does not disclose a strategic approach to sustainability innovation or state whether it benchmarks itself against peers in sustainability and innovation.

The company does not explicitly acknowledge that protein diversification is a material business issue. Furthermore, it has not yet set a time-bound target to diversify protein sources, nor does it report revenue or sales linked to alternative protein sources.

The company does not indicate an approach to diversifying its product range to include plant-based and alternative protein options.