SUSTAINABILITY

The Unlimited Group drives sustainability from within. We have identified five key pillars that drive impact and improvement in the work that we do.

At The Unlimited Group, sustainability means taking responsibility for the land, people and communities that make our work possible. We are committed to restoring ecosystems, reducing our environmental impact and building resilient, future-focused food systems. From decarbonisation and solar energy to water stewardship, soil regeneration and biodiversity restoration, our sustainability work is rooted in long-term thinking and practical action.

We also believe that sustainability extends beyond the environment. Through food waste reduction, responsible packaging, ethical sourcing and social development initiatives, we work to ensure that our value chain uplifts communities and creates meaningful opportunity. Maintaining a Level 1 BBBEE rating reflects our commitment to equality and social justice across all levels of our business.

WE ACTIVELY EMBRACE MULTIPLE UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDG), INCLUDING:

“Our unwavering commitment to these SDGs fosters positive changes for individuals, communities, and the environment.”

WE FOCUS ON FIVE CORE SUSTAINABILITY PILLARS:

CLIMAGE CHANGE

The Unlimited Group’s work on climate action is based on our carbon emissions. Company data is tracked throughout the year and input into our carbon calculator to determine our annual carbon emissions. Emissions are categorised into three groups: Scope 1, 2 and 3.

Throughout the year, we monitor progress and investigate improvements within and among our business units. We’re proud of the development that has taken place since we began and look forward to improving and refining our carbon reporting systems.

Water, Soil Health and Biodiversity

This is our newest pillar and we’re still working on creating benchmarks on data that we want to share. Currently, we have projects that indirectly support water, soil health and biodiversity. In the future we aim to share progress updates on how we support our farms and producers in using water responsibly, improving soil health and protecting natural ecosystems through water-use efficiency, environmental compliance and regenerative practices. By restoring soils, enhancing biodiversity and strengthening ecosystem function, we aim to build productive, climate-resilient agricultural systems that can sustain both people and planet for generations to come.

Food Waste

At The Unlimited Group, we work to minimise food loss and waste across our operations by improving handling practices, tracking waste and prioritising redistribution. Edible surplus produce is redirected to charities and community organisations, while unavoidable waste is repurposed for animal feed or composting. Through these efforts, we reduce environmental impact while supporting food access and community wellbeing.

Sustainable Packaging

Our approach to sustainable packaging focuses on reducing specific material use while ensuring product integrity and food safety are met. We conduct regular packaging audits to ensure we remain aware of the materials and whether they are recyclable, responsibly sourced and aligned with the recycling capabilities of destination markets. By reducing plastic where possible, increasing recycled content and sourcing certified paper and cardboard, we aim to support a more circular and lower-impact packaging system.

Equality

Equality is embedded in how The Unlimited Group operates, from our workforce to our supply chain and communities. We maintain a Level 1 BBBEE rating and prioritise inclusive ownership, skills development, ethical sourcing and community upliftment. Through training, enterprise development and social investment, we work to create meaningful opportunity and ensure that our growth contributes to a more just and inclusive food system.