Sustainability at Butterball® Farms
Through people-focused action, planet-minded responsibility, and ethical partnerships, we can Enrich Lives in meaningful, lasting ways.
Sustainability at Butterball® Farms is more than a trend—it’s a key ingredient in who we are. It’s infused into every decision we make, from the way we support our team members to how we source ingredients and minimize waste. Our commitment to sustainability is guided by our mission to Enrich Lives—for our customers, our employees, our communities, and the world we share.
Our sustainability efforts are divided into three areas of focus: human, environmental, and economic sustainability.
Human Sustainability
We believe that enriching lives starts with supporting people. Our approach to human sustainability includes programs and practices that create opportunity, promote growth, and build stronger communities.
The Source
- Housing support
- Transportation solutions
- Financial literacy counseling
- ESL and Spanish classes
- Job training opportunities
- And more
Continuous Learning & Innovation
We invest in employee training and development to encourage bold ideas and innovative thinking. Our culture empowers team members to bring creativity to the table.
Recognition & Rewards
We celebrate employees who contribute to innovation, quality, and service. Their ideas help us grow, so we make sure they know it.
Second Chance Employment
We actively hire individuals who have been impacted by the criminal justice system so they have the opportunity to pursue meaningful work and the chance to build a new future.
30/2/2 is a grassroots initiative with its headquarters at the office of the CEO of Butterball Farms, Inc. Its purpose is to engage with employers and community partners to encourage them to consider expanding their talent pool by hiring those touched by the criminal justice system.
Environmental Sustainability
We’re proud to make delicious products while keeping environmental responsibility front and center. We’ve implemented systems and practices that reduce waste, cut emissions, and promote a healthier planet.
2024 Environmental Impact Highlights
- Zero waste to landfill
- 100% of packaging purchases contain recycled content or are recyclable
- 6,900+ tons of butter sourced from suppliers who participate in the Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program
- 400+ tons of corrugate and plastic packaging recycled
- 90+ tons of butter oil and solids diverted from municipal treatment facilities
- 58,000+ pounds of waste butter reclaimed for biofuel
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
We’re committed to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030. The graph below shows our progress so far.
Economic Sustainability
Our economic sustainability approach is all about doing business responsibly, from the ingredients we choose to the partners we work with.
Responsible Sourcing
We are committed to sourcing materials that meet strict ethical and environmental standards. This includes a focus on:
- Fair labor practices
- Animal welfare certifications
- Sustainable ingredient sourcing, including RSPO-certified palm oil
Lean Manufacturing
We’ve implemented lean principles across our operations to reduce waste, streamline production, and improve efficiency without compromising the quality or flavor you expect.
Enriching Lives, One Step at a Time
Whether we’re developing a custom flavor for a restaurant chain or refining our supply chain to reduce emissions, every decision we make supports our mission to enrich lives. Sustainability isn’t a side project. It’s how we do business.
Have questions about our sustainability efforts? We’d love to talk.
