Perdue Farms Sustainability Efforts & Eco-Friendly Packaging

THE WAYS WE CARE

Being thoughtful stewards of the environment is one of Perdue Farms’ most important social pillars. In fact, ‘Planet’ is one of the four goals by which Perdue Farms’ associates are measured and held accountable each year. At Perduefarms.com, we’re taking the following steps to lessen our carbon footprint and protect our ecosystem:

eco-friendly shipping materials

Sustainably Designed Shipping Boxes

Every box is made out of 100 percent recyclable cardboard. Green Cell Foam™ is biodegradable, compostable and made from high-grade non-GMO cornstarch that is also dissolvable in water. Identifiable feature: Thermal panels are wrapped in green polyethylene film.

 
eco-friendly gifts with purchase

Earth-Friendly Gifts With Every Purchase

Reach for our reusable and recyclable grocery bag the next time you go to the store to avoid using paper or plastic. And plant the complimentary seeds to create a robust pollinator habitat near your home!

pollinator friendly garden at Perdue Farms headquarters

How We Help to Protect Pollinator Populations

In 2018, we planted 250,000 native and pollinator-friendly plants on the solar array adjacent to Perdue Farms’ headquarters in Salisbury, Maryland. In spring 2020, the plants bloomed, making us the first poultry company in the state — and the U.S.! — to have a pollinator-friendly ground cover at a company solar installation. In recognition of our efforts, we were awarded the Governor’s Citation, which was presented by Lieutenant Governor Boyd K. Rutherford.

green farming

Green Farming Methods

The farmers who partner with Perdue Farms and its family of brands work hard to keep the soil healthy, prevent runoff into our precious streams and waterways and limit the amount of carbon dioxide (C02) that is emitted into the environment.

GreenCircle Zero Waste to Landfill certification

GreenCircle Zero Waste to Landfill Certification

Our Lewiston, North Carolina, operation is GreenCircle Zero Waste to Landfill certified, which means 100% of the waste materials leaving the facility are diverted from landfill via GreenCircle’s acceptable means of diversion (reuse, recycling or incineration for energy). To receive certification, Lewiston went through a rigorous audit and assessment process.


More About Perdue Farms


story of Perdue Farms

OUR STORY

We are an over 100-year-old family owned and operated company.

Learn more about Perdue Farms' family of U.S. farmers and ranchers

FARMING TO A HIGHER STANDARD

Our selection of chicken, beef, pork and more comes from our own farmers and ranchers.

reasons to buy from Perdue Farms

WHY CHOOSE PERDUE FARMS?

On the fence? Here are six reasons to shop our premium products.