Holdings Sustainability Report 2022 FINAL - Flipbook - Page 3
WELCOME
SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER
Helping farmers today create the farms of tomorrow - this has been the mission of PIPESTONE since its
inception in 1988. At the heart of that mission lies the purpose of this report. Though previously undefined or
under-defined, sustainability is a concept that has been known long and well in the community of agricultural
producers. Maximizing resources, reducing waste, using efficient practices and responsible stewardship of the
land are not new concepts to those of you reading this. However, understanding that each of those factors
results in an industry that is way ahead of the sustainability game is something that is only now being brought
into the eye of the public. This report is intended to show the PIPESTONE commitment to sustainability and
the ways in which we wish to be an industry leader to those ends.
• Pigs: Animal Care is at the core of what we do. Our pigs rely entirely on us to meet their needs. Because
they rely on us to meet their needs and care for their welfare, we have an obligation to do so. The welfare
program goals are designed to equip, verify, and respond to the needs of both the animals and the
staff that is responsible for their care. To equip, we strive to create a culture focused on promoting and
protecting pig welfare by providing all staff with clear guidelines, tools, and training. To verify, internal
and external audits are performed to ensure guidelines are followed. Finally, to respond to animal welfare
concerns in a way that results in continual improvement of pig welfare on PIPESTONE managed farms.
• People: PIPESTONE works hard to create an environment that is both an enjoyable experience and one
that helps our employees learn and grow. With an overall employee satisfaction rate of 97%, 2022 showed
that dedication to employee growth and engagement creates an environment of productivity and fun. This
can also be shown in the voluntary commitment that team members have made throughout the year to
give back to the community through both volunteer time and donations to the GiVE program.
• Planet: Farmers have long been the most responsible stewards for the planet that provides for them. To
ensure the continued ability to develop a sustainable business for both PIPESTONE and our partners, the
decisions we are making today are made with long term sustainability in mind. Research into renewable
energy resources such as wind and solar are ongoing and becoming more feasible as the technology
advances, livestock water recycling of liquid manure is being analyzed as a way to maximize resource
potential, and carbon market opportunities are being explored for farmers implementing regenerative
agriculture practices. The horizon has never looked brighter in our commitment to the environment and
the continued growth of our vital industry.
I want to say thank you to the 1,495 PIPESTONE team members that
made all these accomplishments and many more possible.
With all that being said, I’d like to welcome you all to the 2022
PIPESTONE Sustainability Report!
Tim Spade
2022 Annual and Sustainability Report
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