BANANAS
CLEAN ENERGY
- Biogas covers 60% of energy needs for irrigation.
- Total diesel usage reduced: 614K gallons.
- 2 solar power stations to supply energy for irrigation.
AG-TECH
- Use of autonomous, electric drones to fertilize
- Use of electric carts "toritos" to transport fruit to packaging facilities.
SOIL CONSERVATION
- Regenerative agriculture projects to restore soil ecosystem health
- Biological pest & weed control
- Use of vegetative cover
WASTE MANAGEMENT
- Integrated Waste Management Strategy
- Implemented Plastic bags and cord recycling programs
WATER MANAGEMENT
- 100% irrigation through sprinklers
- 50% of irrigation is automated
- Water footprint: 325 m3 per ton of bananas produced
- Active member of watershed management committees