Sustainability & food safety
Our Philosophy
As stewards of some of the most productive farmland in the country, South Florida Potato Growers and our partners are dedicated to protecting natural resources and preserving the environment. We are constantly improving our practices to reduce waste and minimize our use of energy, water and fertilizer while optimizing crop yields and soil health.
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Building stronger ground for stronger crops
Crop rotation across multi-region footprint (FL → NC → ND)
Cover crops to restore nutrients and reduce erosion
Organic matter enhancement programs
Reduced tillage where applicable
2026 Targets:
+0.3% organic matter increase
Reduced soil erosion across all active acres
Improved water retention capacity
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Every drop accounted for
Precision irrigation (pivot + drip optimization)
Soil moisture monitoring technology
Crop-stage irrigation scheduling
Runoff and leaching reduction practices
2026 Targets:
-10–15% water usage per cwt
Increased irrigation efficiency across all farms
Measurable runoff reduction
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Lower impact. Smarter movement.
Fuel-efficient equipment and routing
Reduced freight miles via regional sourcing
Exploration of renewable energy integration
Input efficiency to reduce indirect emissions
2026 Targets:
Lower CO₂ per acre and per cwt
Reduced fuel consumption per load
Increased regional distribution efficiency
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Precision over excess
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Targeted spray applications (no blanket coverage)
Nutrient management by field mapping
Continuous reduction of unnecessary inputs
2026 Targets:
Continued reduction in chemical inputs
Increased application precision
Full compliance across all programs
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Smarter packaging. Less waste.
Expansion of recyclable & paper-based packaging
Reduced plastic dependency initiatives
Full utilization strategy for #2 potatoes
Pack-size optimization to reduce retail shrink
2026 Targets:
80%+ recyclable packaging portfolio
Reduced shrink across retail partners
Increased secondary market utilization
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The foundation of everything we grow
Safe, fair, and compliant labor practices
Workforce training and development
Multi-generational farm support
Community engagement across growing regions
2026 Targets:
Higher employee retention
Increased safety performance metrics
Expanded training programs
Exceeding Standards
We work with a variety of certifying agencies to ensure our products and processes meet all regulated standards. Our certified farms and facilities undergo frequent reviews and inspections to maintain accreditation.
Florida has over 700,000 managed bee colonies (hives) maintained by roughly 5,000 registered beekeepers.
What sets us apart
We are committed to the highest standards of food safety at every step—from field to table—ensuring our produce is carefully grown, handled, and delivered to be safe, fresh, and something you can trust for your family.
