SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

CF&E believes thoughtful environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards are essential to identifying compelling investment opportunities. CF&E has established processes for reviewing ESG practices at target companies prior to making an investment, as well as for monitoring existing and newly established practices post-investment.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Minimize the potential impact of pollution on the environment.

• Promote biodiversity, conservation and sustainable natural resource management.

• Seek to limit emissions that contribute to climate change.

 

SOCIAL

• Treat all employees fairly.

• Comply with applicable labor laws.

• Minimize negative social and economic impacts of land acquisitions and agribusiness operations.

• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment.

• Promote community health, safety and security and adequate workforce housing.

• Promote higher standards of living and workforce advancement.

 

GOVERNANCE

• Establish solid foundations for management and oversight.

• Structure the board to add value and oversight.

• Promote high standards of business integrity with ethical and responsible decision-making.

• Safeguard integrity in financial reporting and controls.

• Comply with applicable laws and make timely and balanced disclosures.

• Respect the rights of stakeholders.

• Recognize and manage risk.