PACIFIC COAST
ECO BANANA’S ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY STATEMENT
An approved grower of the
Pacific Coast Eco Bananas group.
A family owned and operated
business that grows, harvests and packs ‘ecoganic’ friendly
Cavendish bananas and other produce. Our goal is to be
identified in the market place as a supplier of ecologically
sound produce that has been grown within the framework
of environmental management system ISO 14001. Our
aim is to endorse continuous improvement of our farming
practices in line with the protection and prevention
of pollution, environmental concerns, sustainability
and future profit.
The scope of our EMS program
is inclusive of the production, harvesting, packaging
and marketing of produce and recycling of products used
on our farm.
The scope of the Environmental
Management Program encompasses those farm activities
over which the Manager can control, embrace or enhance
an overall positive influence. These activities include:
- Land and soil
management including fertilizer, chemical, and
trace element usage,
- Water management
(irrigation),
- Biodiversity management,
including pest and disease management,
- Waste management,
- Air/noise management,
- Energy management,
- Other areas such
as Certification & Marketing
We are committed to the production
of Cavendish bananas and other produce in systems based
on Integrated Ecological Management (IEM).
The Ecoganic protocol is
not about increased inputs for yield. This ecological
farming system uses the natural resources of all invertebrates
to achieve a sustainable farming system. This holistic
system values plants, weeds, grasses, animals and insects,
which provide Biodiversity and soil health.
Efficient Farming Operations
with little impact on the community and environment: ·
- To reduce, recycle
and/or reuse waste resources where possible and
the disposal of waste in line with Best Practice
to protect the environment,
- To use water effectively,
minimise runoff and protect water quality,
- To use energy sources
efficiently,
Integrity: openness, honesty,
fairness and respect for people in all that we do.
Our people: providing a safe
environment where employees work co-operatively as a
team to achieve mutual job success. We value self-motivation
to develop and learn new skills.
Our customers: to supply
a product that meets the needs of our customers through
providing a healthier fuller flavoured nutritional product.
Ecoganic Protocol of Environment
Management System is a key element in the continual development
of our business; this must work hand in hand with the
viability of the business.
Our EMS is designed to comply
with all current legislation and strives to comply
with future industry needs as we work together
towards continual planning and awareness of environmental
legislative changes.
The EMS is based on AS/NZS ISO 14001,
2004 this documentation provides a framework for
the system where we plan, implement, check and
review our objectives and targets. We also conduct
internal and external audits, to maintain certification
and Eco protocol endorsements.
Our staff are encouraged to embrace
the EMS program through training, (formal and informal)
with emphasis placed on the Environmental Plan,
Eco Protocol and associated Environmental Management
issues.
The policy statement in Management
policies 1.2 Pacific Coast Produce Policy Statement
is displayed in the workplace and is available
to customers and the public upon request.
