Objectives of Raisio Group's Responsibility Programme 2016-2018

In its Responsibility Programme, Raisio has grouped its objectives under three material themes. 

Sustainable food chain 2016-2018

  • We will further develop the responsible purchasing of our key raw materials. The raw materials Raisio uses the most are grain, rapeseed and sugar.
  • We require our suppliers to operate in accordance with the company's ethical guidelines (Supplier Code of Conduct).
  • We require that the suppliers complete a Supplier Self-Assessment Questionnaire at least every three years.
  • We continue to purchase ProTerra or RTRS certified soy.
  • We are committed to the use of non-GMO raw materials.
  • We will use only responsible palm oil. The responsibility of palm oil used in foods will be improved by transferring to the use of physically traceable palm oil. 
  • We will use only UTZ certified cocoa in our snack products.
  • We will further reduce the raw material purchases from risk countries. 
  • In 2016, we will prepare the energy saving plan for the entire Group and set targets for 2018. 
  • We will perform energy audits at all our production plants at least every two years.
  • We will analyse material efficiency in terms of raw materials and other production inputs. We will prepare a plan to reduce wastage and set targets for 2018.  
  • We will only use recyclable materials in our product packages. 
  • We will continue to develop and commercialise innovations that benefit the environment and our customers.

Healthier food 2016-2018

  • 2/3 of our Benecol and snack products will be healthier alternatives in their products groups. 
  • We continue to develop cattle and fish feed innovations promoting well-being of people and animals.
  • We will maintain the BRC certification at our food sites 
  • Raisioagro's aim is an excellent accuracy in feed recipes. 
  • The number of recalls will be zero.

Work safety and well-being 2016-2018

  • Continuous reduction in the frequency of workplace accidents 
  • Continuous reduction in sickness absences
  • Improved employee satisfaction
  • Continuous development of employees and the scope of performance appraisals toward the target of 100 per cent.