It highlights the various steps taken towards the prevention of deforestation, however, no clear progress has been reported towards the same.
Pg. 9
“Before proceeding to source fruit from the grower, our team undertook a detailed assessment to ensure that the fruit was not linked to deforestation, land issues, or labor concerns. We verified all policies and maps to establish land-use change history, and to ensure that the area did not breach the Brazilian legal 2008 cut-off date and adhered to all agro-ecological zoning restrictions.”
pg. 18
“While many of our activities are designed to conserve and enhance our forest areas, perhaps the most critical starting point is the prevention of deforestation through illegal logging. We currently employ 28 forest rangers who continuously patrol the area……. We are constantly engaging with local and state government as well as with our peers in the industry in order to develop a security strategy for the whole region in rural areas.”