DATE: February 13, 2023
SECTOR: Farming
SOURCE: The U.S. Grains Council (USGC)
TOPIC: Sustainability reporting & metrics, Sustainable sourcing
SUMMARY: An overview of the Corn Sustainability Assurance Protocol
DESCRIPTION: This publication introduces the new Corn Sustainability Assurance Protocol (CSAP) – a farmer-led initiative that gives international buyers insights into the sustainability of U.S. corn production practices and regulations. Included are details of the eleven impact categories used by the CSAP to benchmark sustainability – from greenhouse gas emissions and air quality to working conditions and continuous improvement – alongside an explanation of how the Protocol works.
