How we keep our standards high

How we do business is just as important as success itself, and high standards of behavior are fundamental to the values and culture of ofi. That’s why working in an ethical, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable way is embedded in every aspect of our business. The standards we expect are set out in the Code of Conduct and other specific policies covering all elements of our operations.

Anti-bribery
Countering corruption

Our Anti-bribery and Corruption (ABC) Policy reflects our commitment to uphold local and international law, and make sure our employees act with integrity.

Whistleblowing
Speak Out!

You must speak out if you are made aware of, suspect, or see any serious wrongdoing or violation of out Code of Conduct,  ofi policies and/or applicable laws. The Speak Out! System allows you to report anonymously and confidentially. ofi will not retaliate against any person who reports their concerns in good faith.

Fair Employment
Respecting human rights

We work hard to make sure all employees are treated with dignity and fairness, and that their rights are respected. Our Fair Employment Policy is in full compliance with the conventions of the International Labor Organization (ILO) and United Nations Global Compact’s (UNGC) guiding principles .

Supplier Principles

The ofi Supplier Principles

At ofi, upholding high standards of behavior and conducting business in an ethical, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable manner is integral to our continued success. We also expect our suppliers to also embrace responsible workplace practices which are communicated in the ofi Supplier Principles.

Human Rights & Labor
Respecting human rights

As a large, global company we have a responsibility to make sure human rights are respected in all parts of our business.

Privacy Policy
Protecting the data and information of others

Our Privacy Policy sets out how we safeguard people’s information.

Living Landscapes
Producing and sourcing sustainable ingredients

The Living Landscapes Policy supports a ‘Net-Positive’ approach to sustainable development in agricultural supply chains and landscape management. The co-existence of prosperous farmers and food systems, with thriving communities and healthy ecosystems, with the aim of putting more back into food and farming systems than is taken out. 

PCF Code
Producing and sourcing sustainable ingredients

The Plantations, Concessions and Farms (PCF) Code defines the process and standards for managing the environmental and social requirements of acquisitions and new and existing upstream developments across the entire project lifecycle. It is applied in conjunction with theLiving Landscapes Policy.

Animal Welfare
Producing and sourcing sustainable ingredients

We fully support high animal welfare standards. These include not only good health, but mental wellbeing and the ability of animals to exhibit species-specific behaviour.

Agri Supplier Code
Producing and sourcing sustainable ingredients

We aim to build long-term relationships with suppliers based on responsible business practices and trust. The Agri Supplier Code sets out our expectations to support our goal to purchase raw materials and products produced in a manner that is socially responsible, economically profitable and environmentally sustainable.

Responsible marketing
Responsible marketing

Our approach to marketing is in line with our high standards of business ethics.

GMO
Genetically Modified Organisms(GMOs)

Olam supports a science-based approach to Genetically Modified Organisms.

Sourcing palm oil responsibly

Our dairy and specialty fats businesses procure palm oil from third parties. We are committed to the RSPO standard, protection of High Conservation Value forests and ecosystems, High Carbon Stock forests, peatland, and improving the livelihood of rural communities across the palm oil we source.

 

Read our Responsible Sourcing Palm Oil Policy here.

Read ofi news

Press Release Nov 20, 2024
AtSource receives equivalence under the SAI Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment – FSA 3.0.

 

Two tiers of ofi’s sustainability management system AtSource – AtSourceV and AtSource+ – have been recognized as equivalent schemes against the Sustainability Farm Assessment FSA 3.0 from the SAI platform, obtaining the gold and silver equivalence levels respectively for its spices, cocoa, coffee, and nuts products. This achievement reiterates ofi’s commitment to sustainability and to customers in their journey towards meeting their commitments.

 

We are pleased to announce that AtSource+ and AtSourceV have been benchmarked as equivalent schemes against the Sustainable Agriculture Initiative (SAI) Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment scheme – FSA Version 3.0, obtaining the highest-level equivalence for the AtSource+ tier1.

 

The SAI Platform's Farm Sustainability Assessment FSA 3.0 provides a widely recognized framework to assess, improve, and validate on-farm sustainability in agricultural supply chains.

 

Following the benchmarking results, the AtSource system has achieved:

 

  • FSA Gold level equivalent for the AtSource+ tier, being the highest-level recognition and confirming best-in-class sustainable practices for farms in AtSource+ supply chains, and their commitment to high environmental and social responsibility standards.
  •  FSA Silver level equivalent for the AtSourceV tier, confirming farms are meeting a well-defined standard of responsible agricultural practices. This includes good environmental stewardship, respect for labor rights, and safe working conditions.
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