RTRS welcomes 4 new members committed for a sustainable supply chain
Four leading organizations have recently joined the Round Table on Responsible Soy (RTRS), each bringing a shared commitment to promoting sustainable practices across the global soy supply chain. From trading and production to value-added processing, these new members strengthenof RTRS’s mission to drive responsible and traceable soy production, benefiting both the environment and the communities involved.
AAK – Industry, Trade and Finance – Sweden
AAK is a global leader in plant-based oils and fats, essential ingredients in a wide range of products. ocused on improving the taste, health and sustainability of its products, AAK´s portfolio, includes palm, rapeseed, and soybean oils. Sustainability is at the core ofAAK’s mission, Making Better Happen™, and the company is committed to advancing the transition to sustainably sourced alternatives within both food and non-food sectors.
Catarina Malato Correia, Sustainability Manager at AAK, states, “AAK is proud to join RTRS as part of our commitment to driving positive environmental and social impact. By joining RTRS, we actively contribute to the global dialogue on responsible soy production, processing, trading, and consumption. We look forward to collaborating with other stakeholders, building sector-wide capacity across the sector, and promoting solutions to key challenges such as deforestation and conversion.”
Agropecuaria Andrade – Producers – Brazil
With over 40 years of experience in Brazil’s Mato Grosso do Sul and Goiás regions, Agropecuaria Andrade is a committed soy producer focused on environmental preservation. The company owns and leases a total of 8,841.41 hectares, and becameRTRS certified in December 2022, certifying 4,711 hectares of soy in 2023. Additionally, Agropecuaria Andrade has been certified under the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) forover 10 years.
Celso Reino de Andrade Filho, Founder of Agropecuaria Andrade, explains, “Our goal isto stay updated on RTRS activities to better understand the entire soy value chain, enhance the commercial aspects, increase the value and recognition of the credits generated, and continue making a positive environmental and social impact.”
Dekel Agroindústria Limitada – Industry, Trade and Finance – Brazil
Dekel Agroindústria Limitada is a leader in the production, development, and commercialization of oils, fats, and derivatives used in various industries, including food, cosmetics, animal nutrition, biofuels, agrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The company is committed to the highest standards in quality, health, safety, environmental responsibility, and social impact.
Eduardo Bonini Jr., Technical Director at Dekel, affirms, “Our goal is to become a reference company in the oils, fats, derivatives, and additives industry, certified and committed to the pillars of quality, health, safety, environment, and social responsibility. We aim to meet the diverse demands of the markets we serve with total quality.”
Precom Global SA – Industry, Trade and Finance – Switzerland
Precom Global SA, a prominent exporter and trader of Non-GMO soybeans from West Africa, is expanding its footprint across Ghana, Togo, Burkina Faso, and Nigeria. The company plays a crucial role in the agricultural supply chain, including farm aggregation, financing, logistics, and cleaning and packing of soybeans.
Tushar Jalan, CEO of Precom, shares, “We are excited to join RTRS as a leading organization for sustainable soy and best practices.” Precom’s partnership with RTRS further strengthensits commitment to sustainable sourcing and high-quality standards in the global soy trade.
These new members are now part of RTRS´s global mission to promote responsible soy production. Their commitment to sustainability and best practices contributes to building a more sustainable, transparent soy supply chain, benefiting the environment, communities, and businesses alike.
