Minnesota Farmers' Sustainable Pork Farming Goals
Environmental Work
Minnesota pig farmers are committed to doing what is right for pigs, people, and the planet. This is why pig farmers have set holistic goals in their mission to be the most sustainable protein. These sustainability goals include the areas of environment, animal wellbeing, food safety, public health, and people and communities.
Progress to Date
To produce a pound of pork, pig farmers have improved use in the last six decades by:
75% less land
25% less water
7% less energy
8% reduced carbon emissions
Our Mission to be the Most Sustainable Meat
For America’s pig farmers, sustainability means doing what’s right for people, pigs and the planet by following the long-standing We Care® Ethical Principles and committing to continuous improvement in every area of pork production.
A Collective Vision for More Sustainable Pork Production in Minnesota
Minnesota looks to continue its leadership in being home to the most progressive and innovative farmers. In the Minnesota Pork sustainability white paper, A Collective Vision for More Sustainable Pork Production in Minnesota, many stakeholders came together to recognize what pig farmers are doing now to be sustainable and what needs to happen to accelerate the continuous improvement needed for the future. The social, economic, and environmental challenges facing everyone are real opportunities for farmers and communities to seek continuous improvement. Pig farmers have made their commitment to be a part of the solutions and are putting sustainability goals and metrics forward to demonstrate accountability, ultimately building trust with consumers and neighbors, while providing opportunities for generations to come.
