At Origin, we believe in the transformative power of sustainable practices to create positive social change. Our commitment to nurturing society is grounded in both our core values and global standards.
In parallel with our environmental stewardship, we have adopted a more cohesive, Group-wide approach to social priorities – empowering our people, deepening workforce capability, and enhancing safety and wellbeing.
In alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), our societal programme focuses on promoting sustainable food production (SDG 2 – Zero Hunger), fostering inclusivity and gender equality (SDG 5), ensuring decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), and championing responsible consumption and production (SDG 12).
Key frameworks
As we prepare for alignment with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), we are structuring our social responsibility approach around the four ESRS Social categories.
These efforts are guided by our five core values of People, Partnerships, Innovation, Integrity, and Community, all reinforced by the Origin Code of Conduct and supporting policies, which set the standard for ethical business practices across the Group.
Together, these guiding principles ensure we conduct business with integrity, fairness, and respect, driving our commitment to social responsibility at every level of our organisation.
ESRS social categories
- ESRS S1 – Own workforce
- ESRS S2 – Workers in the value chain
- ESRS S3 – Affected communities
- ESRS S4 – Consumers and end-users
Key social priorities
- People and culture
- Human rights and fair work in the value chain
- Community wellbeing and resilience
- Customer stewardship
Our activities
Nurturing our Society Roadmap to 2030
We are committed to reaching key sustainability milestones by 2030, which include:
- Integrating OECD guidelines into our human rights policies.
- Continuing to strengthen health and safety protocols across all operations.
- Promoting diversity in leadership roles, including over 26% women in leadership roles by 2026, progressing to 30% by 2030
- Enhancing data collection and reporting to improve transparency around social metrics.
- Setting clear workforce targets within our Group Risk Process.
- Actively engaging with local communities to understand and address their priorities, supporting education, economic development, and sustainability initiatives.
Sustainability Report
Health, Safety, and Wellbeing
The health, safety, and well-being of our employees are at the heart of our operations. We are committed to ensuring that everyone working within our business goes home safe and well, every day.
Operating in an industry with inherent risks related to machinery, manufacturing, and vehicles, we maintain strict governance over our health and safety protocols, continuously improving and adapting our approach to ensure a safe working environment.
Our proactive safety culture extends across our operations, including regular risk assessments, compliance checks, and advanced safety training. This approach helps us safeguard our workforce and reinforces our commitment to responsible business practices.
Our Policies
Promoting inclusive growth
We strive to create an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equality. Our policies ensure that all employees have opportunities for growth and development, nurturing a culture of respect and collaboration.
Upholding human rights
Origin is committed to upholding human rights across all areas of our operations. We adhere to international standards, implementing strict anti-discrimination policies, promoting fair labour practices, and ensuring safe working conditions. Our supply chain policies mandate that our partners and suppliers uphold these same standards, creating a positive and ethical impact throughout our network.
Enhancing local communities
We contribute to the success of communities where we operate by supporting community development projects that foster economic growth, education, and well-being. By collaborating with local partners, we help nurture vibrant, resilient communities that thrive alongside our business.
Supporting future generations
Our long-term sustainability strategy is focused on ensuring that the land remains fertile and productive for future generations. We invest in training and resources for the next generation of farmers, agronomists, and land managers, empowering them to adopt sustainable practices and innovations that protect the environment and promote social equity.
Nurturing Growth to Grow Beyond
At Origin Enterprises, we’re dedicated to fostering inclusive growth, upholding human rights, and supporting the communities where we operate to create positive change for people, businesses, and nature.
Explore our sustainability efforts further or find out how we’re nurturing our environment through improving soil health, protecting biodiversity, and working towards climate resilience.
