Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. Inks Partnership With Green Fertilizers Provider Atlas Agro
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., a leading worldwide potato supplier, has partnered with Atlas Agro to source locally manufactured green fertilizers. This strategic alliance is part of Lamb Weston’s ongoing commitment to sustainable agricultural techniques and environmental care and is predicted to result in a 99% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional fertilizer manufacturing.
When the facility is constructed in 2028, Lamb Weston’s farming operations will get locally manufactured, green fertilizers from Atlas Agro’s cutting-edge Pacific Green Fertilizer (PGF) plant in Richland, Washington, as part of this deal. This program demonstrates Lamb Weston’s commitment to lowering emissions throughout its supply chain, with a target of net zero emissions from company-owned farms by 2030.
The agreement highlights Lamb Weston’s proactive approach to environmental responsibility, which is driving the sector as a whole towards green practices. According to Lamb Weston, this action will lower the carbon emissions linked to fertilizer usage in potato farming.
“The future of agriculture hinges on our ability to innovate sustainably. This new program aligns with Lamb Weston’s sustainability goals of safe, wholesome food, climate resiliency, farm, and community prosperity,” Steve Bannworth, Vice President of Agriculture at Lamb Weston, mentioned.
“With this agreement, Lamb Weston is leading the way to decarbonize the food and agriculture sectors. By leveraging our innovative green fertilizer solutions, particularly in potato farming, we are both reducing greenhouse gas emissions and setting a new standard for sustainable agricultural practices across the industry. Our commitment to local, fossil-free fertilizer production offers an important alternative, decreasing the reliance on imported fertilizers, supporting local job creation, and creating local supply chain stability. We are proud to contribute to this transformative journey,” Petter Østbø, CEO at Atlas Agro, concluded.
