Nestlé reports on efforts to combat child labor in cocoa supply chain
Nestlé Deutschland AG has detailed its initiatives to address child labor within its cocoa supply chain. In 2014, the company purchased over 90,000 tons of cocoa from cooperatives participating in the Nestlé Cocoa Plan, marking a nearly 50 percent increase from the previous year.
Nestlé Deutschland AG has provided an update on its ongoing efforts to combat child labor within its cocoa supply chain. In 2014, the company sourced more than 90,000 tons of cocoa from 67 cooperatives involved in the Nestlé Cocoa Plan. This volume represents a significant increase of nearly 50 percent compared to the volume purchased in 2013.
The company states that it requires its business partners and suppliers to adhere to Nestlé's strict corporate standards and ethical guidelines, which prohibit all forms of child labor. These principles are subject to regular verification to ensure compliance throughout the supply chain.
Nestlé emphasizes its commitment to opposing any form of child exploitation. The Nestlé Cocoa Plan itself is designed to improve the livelihoods of cocoa-farming communities and promote more sustainable agricultural practices, aiming to create a more ethical sourcing model.
This information was shared alongside an infographic intended to illustrate the company's specific actions and progress in eradicating child labor from its cocoa sourcing. Further details regarding Nestlé's commitments in cocoa-growing regions are available on the company's official website.