Tag: sustainability
Smarter Water Use at Wilson’s Country: Protecting Resources, Reducing Impact
Water is essential in food production — but how it’s sourced, used, and discharged matters now more than ever. At Wilson's Country, based near Lough Neagh, we are acutely aware of our environmental responsibilities. As the largest freshwater lake in the UK and Ireland, Lough Neagh plays a critical role in Northern Ireland’s ecology and water supply. It has also...
Read More >What Is LEAF Marque? And Why It Matters to Wilson’s Country
At Wilson's Country, sustainability is more than a goal — it’s a way of working from the ground up. That’s why we are proud to partner with our growers to meet LEAF Marque certification — a leading environmental standard for sustainable farming. But what exactly is LEAF Marque, and why is it important? LEAF stands for Linking Environment And Farming....
Read More >How Wilsons Country Supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
At Wilson's Country, we believe that sustainability is more than an internal strategy — it’s a shared global responsibility. That’s why our operations, investments, and values align closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — a universal call to action for a more sustainable, equitable world. 🌍 Contributing to 14 Global Goals Through our ongoing assessment with the...
Read More >Sustainable Transport and Biomethane Logistics at Wilson’s Country
At Wilson's Country, we’re always looking for smarter, cleaner ways to get our produce from field to shelf. That’s why we’ve partnered with McCulla Ireland, a pioneer in low-carbon logistics, to make a big shift in how we provide transport — moving from diesel to biomethane-powered haulage. 💨 What Is Biomethane and Why Does It Matter? Biomethane is a renewable...
Read More >🌍 Carbon Footprint Reduction & Net Zero Progress at Wilsons Country
At Wilson’s Country, sustainability is more than a goal — it’s a guiding principle. As one of Northern Ireland’s leading sustainable agri-food businesses, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact and supporting the global push towards net zero emissions. ✅ What Is a Carbon Footprint? A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases — measured in carbon...
Read More >🌍 Wilson’s Country Invests £2 Million in Anaerobic Digestion Plant to Power Sustainable Farming in Northern Ireland
At Wilson’s Country, we’ve always believed in growing more than just great potatoes — we grow progress. As a leading name in the potato sector in Northern Ireland, we’re proud to announce our move toward a cleaner, greener future: a £2 million investment in a cutting-edge anaerobic digestion (AD) plant at our County Armagh headquarters. Why We’re Investing in Renewable...
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