{"id":95742,"date":"2026-03-25T12:14:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T12:14:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/?page_id=95742"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T14:00:00","slug":"our-sustainability-approach","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/en\/our-sustainability-approach\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Sustainability Approach"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"95742\" class=\"elementor elementor-95742\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9c6500 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c9c6500\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d79dea3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"d79dea3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!DOCTYPE html>\r\n<html 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data-hero=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/BALSU_WEBSITE_SUNUM_02_03_2026_2-347.jpg\">Our Sustainability Approach<\/button>\r\n                <button class=\"sur-tab-btn\" data-tab=\"best-programi\" data-hero=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ust-logo-gorunur-.jpg\" data-hero-pos=\"100% 65%\">BEST Program<\/button>\r\n                <button class=\"sur-tab-btn\" data-tab=\"tedarik-zinciri\" data-hero=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/tedarik-zinciri-2-scaled.jpg\">Supply Chain<\/button>\r\n                <button class=\"sur-tab-btn\" data-tab=\"iklim-doga\" data-hero=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/BALSU_WEBSITE_SUNUM_02_03_2026_2-356.jpg\">Climate and Nature<\/button>\r\n                <button class=\"sur-tab-btn\" data-tab=\"projeler\" data-hero=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/5.-Projeler-4.jpg\">Projects<\/button>\r\n                <button class=\"sur-tab-btn\" data-tab=\"politikalar\" data-hero=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/BALSU_WEBSITE_SUNUM_02_03_2026_2-366.jpg\">Policies<\/button>\r\n                <button class=\"sur-tab-btn\" data-tab=\"raporlar\" data-hero=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/BALSU_WEBSITE_SUNUM_02_03_2026_2-370.jpg\">Reports<\/button>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/nav>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"sur-tabs-container\" id=\"surTabsContainer\">\r\n<div class=\"sur-tab-content active\" data-tab-content=\"yaklasimimiz\">\r\n                <div class=\"sur-content-body\">\r\n                    <p>Since its inception, Balsu has placed sustainability at the heart of its business model, building a production culture that respects human rights, is environmentally friendly, and ethical throughout the entire hazelnut value chain. Its years of work in agriculture, supply chain management, employee rights, social development, and governance have made Balsu a leading player in sustainability within the sector. This approach is continuously strengthened across a wide range of areas, from GRI-TSRS compliant reporting and social compliance projects to farmer training and circular economy practices. All processes are carried out under the oversight of the Board of Directors and the coordination of the Sustainability Committee, thus systematically integrating sustainability principles into decision-making mechanisms.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Balsu&#039;s environmentally focused efforts make climate change adaptation and the conservation of natural resources one of the company&#039;s core responsibilities. Through soil health monitoring, organic fertilizer support, biotechnological pest management, meteorological stations, phenological monitoring, rooftop solar power investments, and ISO 14064-GHG compliant emission calculations, agricultural production and factory operations are transformed into an environmentally conscious and low-carbon structure. Thanks to this science-based approach, Balsu has created a holistic environmental management model that reduces climate risks, supports efficient production, and protects biodiversity.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>The BEST Program, which most strongly represents Balsu&#039;s vision for social and environmental sustainability, is an innovative standard that unites ethical farming, traceability, prevention of child labor, and responsible supply chain management under one roof. This program, implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Labor and Social Security and the Young Life Foundation, supports the development of farmers while creating behavioral change in the supply chain through local committees, field studies, age verification processes, and social integration mechanisms. With the BEST sustainable farming standard, Balsu has implemented a comprehensive transformation model that shapes the future of the sector by strengthening ethical production and measurable impact in the field.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\r\n                 B.E.S.T PROGRAMI\r\n                 DE\u011e\u0130\u015e\u0130KL\u0130K: \"S\u00fcrd\u00fcr\u00fclebilirlik Komitesi Yap\u0131s\u0131 ve \u0130\u015fleyi\u015fi\"\r\n                 b\u00f6l\u00fcm\u00fc PDF revizyonu gere\u011fi bu sekmeden KALDIRILDI.\r\n                 (Komite bilgisi Raporlar sekmesinde yer almaktad\u0131r.)\r\n            \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\r\n<div class=\"sur-tab-content\" data-tab-content=\"best-programi\">\r\n                <div class=\"sur-content-body\">\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-best-logos\">\r\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BETLOGTR.webp\" alt=\"BEST Logo TR\">\r\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BESLOGGEN.webp\" alt=\"BEST Logo EN\">\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <p>The BEST (Balsu, Ethical, Sustainable, Traceable) Program is a holistic sustainability model that combines social impact, environmental responsibility, and transparency in the hazelnut supply chain. We offer one of the most comprehensive approaches in the sector in areas such as combating child labor, improving the living and working conditions of seasonal workers, farmer capacity building, good agricultural practices, and traceability.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>The BEST Programme is built on a structure that supports seasonal agricultural workers and their families in accessing decent living conditions, focuses on preventing child labor, increases farmer welfare, and aims to raise sustainability standards in hazelnut production. The programme progresses with a strong impact model in the field, in close cooperation with local authorities, public institutions, NGOs, and stakeholders.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Balsu, operating as a pioneer in sustainable agriculture since 2009, further strengthens its long-standing sustainability commitments and implements a responsible, measurable, and long-term approach in all stages, from production to supply chain management.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>This approach aims to create an ethical, environmentally friendly, and transparent production model in the agricultural sector by combining sustainable farming practices, social responsibility projects, and traceability systems under one umbrella.<\/p>\r\n                                        <p>This program reinforces Balsu&#039;s leadership in social impact within the sector, while supporting the continuous development of the BEST sustainable agriculture standard, one of T\u00fcrkiye&#039;s most comprehensive human rights and sustainability models in hazelnut production.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <p>The BEST Programme, implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Labor and Social Security and the Young Life Foundation, is one of T\u00fcrkiye&#039;s most comprehensive social integration and child protection initiatives targeting seasonal migrant agricultural labor. The program&#039;s main objectives are to prevent child labor, improve the working and living conditions of seasonal migrant agricultural workers, increase children&#039;s access to safe and supportive environments, and create lasting awareness among all stakeholders in the region. Its scope encompasses a broad range of stakeholders, from children aged 6-17 involved in the seasonal agricultural cycle to farm owners, worker families, and local institutions.<\/p>\r\n                    \r\n                    <p>The program offers a multi-dimensional and inclusive intervention model encompassing the Young Life Foundation&#039;s on-site training activities, school-based initiatives, school and family support kits, disaster awareness training, sustainable agricultural practices, monitoring and prevention systems, and referral of children to institutions in need. Continuously developed in light of approximately 10 years of field experience, needs analyses, and stakeholder feedback, this structure has transformed into a powerful social impact program centered on protecting children and supporting decent living conditions in seasonal agriculture. This long-term experience has significantly shaped Balsu&#039;s sustainability approach. The need to integrate social, agricultural, and environmental practices developed in the field over the years into a single, coherent framework laid the groundwork for the creation of the BEST Sustainable Agriculture Standard.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>The BEST Standard is an institutional certification model that brings together the principles of child protection, fair and humane working conditions, social compliance, traceability, and sustainable agriculture applied in the program; in a verifiable, measurable, and systematic structure that is compliant with national and international requirements.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Today, Balsu&#039;s sustainability approach is a multi-layered and holistic transformation movement that combines the social protection impact of the BEST Program with the agricultural, environmental, and governance requirements of the BEST Standard. Transparency, accountability, ethical production practices, and measurable impact are our fundamental guiding principles at every step of this journey.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"sur-tab-content\" data-tab-content=\"tedarik-zinciri\">\r\n                <div class=\"sur-content-body\">\r\n                    <p>The supply chain is managed holistically in accordance with environmental, social, and ethical criteria. Farmers and suppliers are regularly monitored through field visits, performance analyses, self-assessment tools, and social risk screenings, and an up-to-date risk-compliance profile is created for each stakeholder.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Product traceability is based on recording hazelnuts with verifiable information while they are still in the orchard. This allows the entire journey of the hazelnuts, from the orchard to the factory and the customer, to be followed transparently from end to end.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Supply chain management is conducted in full compliance with the BEST, Rainforest Alliance, and FLA programs. The implementation of sustainability standards by suppliers is strengthened through codes of conduct and ethical risk assessments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Our main focus areas are:<\/h4>\r\n                    <ul>\r\n                        <li>Product and supplier traceability<\/li>\r\n                        <li>Farmer performance and risk management<\/li>\r\n                        <li>Digital Supplier Development Program<\/li>\r\n                    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n                    <h3>Balsu Sustainable Supply Chain Approach<\/h3>\r\n                    <p>We adopt an environmental, social, and governance-focused approach at every stage of the hazelnut value chain. By integrating responsible production, traceability, sustainable agriculture, social compliance, and ethical business practices, we prioritize transparency, reliability, and quality in all processes, from the farmer to the end consumer. This approach forms the foundation of our sustainability programs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>1. Monitoring Sustainable Agricultural Practices and Product-Supplier Traceability<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>We aim to ensure 0 traceability by supporting all stages of our supply chain with digital infrastructure. Through the SAP sustainability interface, we track the entire process from the moment hazelnuts are grown in the orchard to their arrival at the customer in an integrated manner via a single platform. By digitally recording the purchasing, transportation, storage, processing, and shipment steps, we create a verifiable and transparent structure.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Traceability studies begin when the product is still in the orchard stage. We integrate farmers into the system by evaluating their sustainability practices, working conditions, environmental awareness, and agricultural performance. This ensures that the entire journey of the product, from the orchard to the factory and from the factory to the customer, becomes fully traceable and reportable.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>We collect comprehensive production data to trace hazelnuts sourced from certified farmers all the way to the orchard. Data such as farmer information, GPS location, estimated production, input usage, quality measurements, and harvest profiles are processed into a digital system. This allows for highly accurate tracking of product movements throughout the supply chain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>2. Farmer Profile and Performance Tracking<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>We regularly monitor the sustainability compliance, agricultural performance, labor structure, and social conditions of the farmers who are at the heart of our supply chain. Based on the collected data, we segment farmers regionally and thematically, enabling us to deliver training, field visits, and support programs at the right time.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Agricultural practices, integrated pest management, quality, and occupational health and safety are regularly evaluated; sustainability-focused development plans are created for each farmer. Environmental, social, and governance risks are identified and managed systematically at an early stage, and continuous improvement in the supply chain is supported.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>3. Supplier Risk Assessment<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>We evaluate all our suppliers in the supply chain using a holistic approach based on social, environmental, and ethical criteria. We create a comprehensive risk profile for each supplier using self-assessment forms, field audits, performance analyses, and stakeholder feedback.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Following audits in critical areas such as child labor risk, occupational health and safety practices, chemical management, environmental sensitivities, and governance compliance, we initiate corrective and preventive actions for identified non-conformities. The entire process is monitored on digital platforms and regularly analyzed according to environmental, social, and governance criteria. This systematic approach forms the basis of Balsu&#039;s responsible purchasing policies and supports reliable, ethical, and long-term collaborations in the supply chain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>4. Supplier Development Program<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>As part of our Supplier Development Program, which aims to ensure that all stakeholders in the supply chain comply with sustainability standards, we provide regular information, training, and field support.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Within the scope of the program, we raise awareness on issues such as occupational health and safety, child protection, fair wages, anti-discrimination practices, ethical business principles, and diversity. Supplier performance is regularly monitored, areas for improvement are supported, and audit results are managed digitally. In this way, we not only monitor sustainability standards in the supply chain but also actively contribute to their improvement.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"sur-tab-content\" data-tab-content=\"iklim-doga\">\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"sur-content-body\">\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-iklim-intro full-bleed-section\">\r\n                        <div class=\"full-bleed-inner\">\r\n                            <h3>Our Climate and Nature-Focused Approach<\/h3>\r\n                            <p>We closely monitor the impacts of climate change on agricultural production; and we conduct all our sustainability efforts with a climate-compatible approach that reduces environmental impacts and protects biodiversity. By working closely with farmers in our supply chain, we support the widespread adoption of environmentally friendly practices such as strengthening soil health, increasing organic matter content, and biological-biotechnical pest control.<\/p>\r\n                            <p>Within this framework, we regularly monitor field practices and develop solutions tailored to the needs of our farmers through individual farmer coaching. Our training programs offer a comprehensive perspective on sustainable farming methods, ecosystem sensitivity, occupational health and safety, and social responsibility, strengthening their technical knowledge and skills.<\/p>\r\n                            <p>In this way, we contribute to both increasing the production capacity and productivity of farmers and developing climate- and nature-friendly agricultural models on a regional scale. Our practices enable the reduction of environmental risks and the development of a more resilient agricultural structure.<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n   <p>We analyze the effects of climate change on hazelnut production on a scientific basis and promote environmentally friendly practices in the field. By combining regenerative farming practices that strengthen soil health, organic fertilizer support, biological and biotechnical control methods, and smart farming technologies, we increase the resilience of agricultural production to climate change.<\/p>\r\n<p><b>Phenological monitoring systems, smart traps, and meteorological stations continuously monitor the effects of climate change;<\/b> By identifying regional risks early, we develop appropriate response methods. With this science-based approach, we strengthen both production efficiency and environmental awareness.<\/p>\r\n<p><b>Through our greenhouse gas reduction roadmap, we measure, manage, and improve our environmental impact;<\/b> In this way, we are creating a sustainable model for both our supply chain and operational processes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Soil Health and Organic Fertilizer Support<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>To reduce chemical use and improve soil health, we provide annual soil analysis support to farmers in our supply chain. Based on the analysis results, we prepare personalized fertilization programs; we provide organic agricultural input support and inform our farmers about correct application techniques. By monitoring soil improvement levels throughout the year, we aim to protect both soil health and long-term productivity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Mechanical and Biotechnical Pest Control<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>We inform our farmers about combating diseases and pests in hazelnuts, and guide them in adopting mechanical and biotechnological applications instead of chemical methods. With control plans adapted to regional conditions, we monitor pest populations and ensure the application of appropriate intervention methods. We aim to reduce yield losses by controlling pests without harming the environment through ecological control methods and smart trap systems.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Model Garden Applications<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>In our model gardens, we test sustainable and climate-friendly agricultural practices; we analyze the impacts of bio-based agricultural products on yield, quality, and biodiversity. We share the results with farmers and develop solutions that can be implemented in the field. Model gardens offer opportunities to observe and experience innovative methods, while increasing the success of regional practices.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Individual Farmer Coaching and Training<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>Our agricultural experts work directly with farmers to identify needs in the field, develop solutions, and create feasible plans. Through pre- and post-harvest training, we provide comprehensive information on sustainable agricultural practices, ethical and social compliance, and occupational health and safety. We closely monitor the implementation of these trainings in the field by providing farmers with the necessary equipment and technical support.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Meteorological Stations and Smart Traps<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>With the meteorological stations we have established in strategic regions, we regularly monitor temperature, precipitation, and other climate data. This data helps us assess the impacts of climate change on hazelnut production and identify regional risks. As part of integrated pest management, we support timely and accurate intervention by monitoring pest populations with smart trap systems.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Product Development and Monitoring<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>We monitor the developmental processes of the hazelnut plant through phenological observation studies. Thanks to these studies, we analyze the factors affecting product quality and ensure more effective implementation of soil management, irrigation, fertilization, and pest management strategies. The data obtained strengthens sustainable agricultural planning.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <h4>Emission Management<\/h4>\r\n                    <p>Since 2020, we have been calculating our greenhouse gas emissions according to the ISO 14064 standard and the GHG Protocol, and transparently publishing the verified results. We are carrying out studies to reduce and offset greenhouse gas emissions in our supply chain and production-based industrial operations; we are defining a roadmap in line with the Scientifically Based Targets (SBTi). Our verification certificate... <a href=\"https:\/\/www.balsugida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/BALSU_ISO-14064_Dogrulama-Beyani-Sertifikasi_2024.pdf\" class=\"alticizili\">from here<\/a> You can reach us.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>By optimizing fertilizer and chemical use at the garden level, we support environmentally friendly agricultural production. In this way, we aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the first link of our supply chain.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>With our rooftop solar power system having an installed capacity of 1.9 MWp, we meet 1 TP3T34 of our electricity needs with renewable energy. Through renewable energy production and improvements made in our factory, we achieved approximately 934 tons of CO\u2082e savings in 2024. With the 9,410,000 MWh I-REC certification we have obtained since 2020, we have fully offset our Scope 2 emissions.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>We view hazelnut shells as a valuable resource rather than waste; at our Hendek facility, we produce high value-added activated carbon from these shells. In this way, we contribute to the circular economy and support sustainable resource management. Thanks to the energy obtained from activated carbon production and by-products, we contribute to T\u00fcrkiye&#039;s 2053 Net Zero Emissions target and pioneer a low-carbon production model in industry.<\/p>\r\n                    <p>Through all these efforts, we are strengthening our decarbonization roadmap to mitigate the effects of the climate crisis and expanding sustainable, data-driven practices across our supply chain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-highlights\">\r\n                        <div class=\"sur-highlight-card\">\r\n                            <h5>Soil health and organic fertilizer support.<\/h5>\r\n                                \r\n            \r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"sur-highlight-card\">\r\n                            <h5>Biological and biotechnological control applications<\/h5>\r\n                            \r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"sur-highlight-card\">\r\n                            <h5>Good agricultural practices and regenerative farming practices in model gardens.<\/h5>\r\n                           \r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"sur-highlight-card\">\r\n                            <h5>Greenhouse gas emission management and SBTi-compliant targets under ISO 14064-GHG.<\/h5>\r\n                           \r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"sur-highlight-card\">\r\n                            <h5>Balancing Scope 2 emissions with 0 renewable energy via a rooftop solar power system.<\/h5>\r\n                  \r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\r\n                 PROJELER\r\n                 DE\u011e\u0130\u015e\u0130KL\u0130K: Ana sayfa giri\u015f metni EKLEND\u0130.\r\n                 (PDF'de bu k\u0131s\u0131m ana sayfada mevcut de\u011fil olarak i\u015faretliydi)\r\n            \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 -->\r\n  <div class=\"sur-tab-content\" data-tab-content=\"projeler\">\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"sur-content-body\">\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-projeler-anasayfa\" style=\"padding-top: 8px; margin-bottom: 32px;\">\r\n                        <p>One of the strongest aspects of Balsu&#039;s sustainability strategy is its investment in multi-stakeholder and science-based projects.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Projects carried out with universities, ministries, international organizations and communities include increasing the international competitiveness of farmers, supporting the green transformation, child protection efforts and women&#039;s empowerment.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-projeler-intro full-bleed-section\">\r\n                        <div class=\"full-bleed-inner\">\r\n                            <h3>Balsu Sustainability Projects: Our Investment in the Future<\/h3>\r\n                            <p>Our projects in the areas of environment, social affairs, and governance aim to empower farmers, support local communities, increase resilience to climate change, and secure the agricultural systems of the future.<\/p>\r\n                            <p>Below you will find our key projects that form the foundation of our sustainability strategy and aim to create a positive impact at every stage of our value chain:<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 1: ClimaTech4Industry Project \u2013 Climate Change Risk Analysis<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>We participated in the &quot;Developing the Adaptation Capacity of Climate Change-Sensitive Industrial Sectors Through Risk Assessment&quot; project, coordinated by the Istanbul Chamber of Industry and in partnership with T\u00dcB\u0130TAK MAM, and supported by the European Union and the Turkish Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Within the scope of this study, a comprehensive analysis was conducted to identify climate risks that could affect Balsu&#039;s value chain, and adaptation strategies were developed based on the findings.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>During the project, active participation was ensured in the &quot;Food Products Industry Climate Change Adaptation Plans Preparation Workshop&quot; and the &quot;Strengthening Climate Adaptation in Industry Conference&quot;. Within the framework of the Turkish Sustainability Reporting Standards, the importance of evaluating the financial impacts of climate-related risks and opportunities was emphasized, and strategic steps considering the impacts of climate change were determined in Balsu&#039;s long-term planning.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>This work forms an important part of Balsu&#039;s goal to create a resilient, sustainable, and robust value chain in the face of climate change.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 2: Climate Change-Focused Sustainable Hazelnut Cultivation Project<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>As Balsu, through our Climate Change-Focused Sustainable Hazelnut Cultivation Project, which we have been carrying out in cooperation with the private sector since 2024, we are strengthening the technical capacity of farmers and ensuring the widespread adoption of good agricultural practices in order to secure the future of hazelnuts and support sustainable agriculture.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>In 2025, a total of 200 farmers received training and field support. In 2026, we are expanding the project to 350 farmers and aiming for a increase in the number of female farmers. Within the scope of the project, we closely monitor farmers&#039; learning of sustainable agricultural techniques, their implementation of biological pest control measures, and their development of awareness regarding occupational health and safety. We track productivity indicators through agricultural practices in the field. Through social programs, we also empower women, promote registered employment, and develop decent work models.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 3: Technical Transfer Group Project<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>Our Technical Transfer Group Project within our supply chain aims to strengthen the agricultural and social technical knowledge and application capacities of leading farmers, to facilitate the transfer of this expertise to other farmers in the region, and to provide leading farmers with equipment support to support their field practices.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>As part of the project, regular meetings, field visits, and evaluation studies are conducted with leading farmers; during this process, a common approach to sustainable farming practices is developed. Leading farmers create exemplary practice areas in their regions, serving as references for other farmers and contributing to the continuity of knowledge transfer.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Another component of the project is strengthening social practice capacity in areas such as seasonal agricultural workers, workers&#039; rights, and the prevention of child labor. This work contributes to increasing agricultural resilience through local empowerment, establishing a sustainable production culture, and long-term regional development.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 4: Public-Private Partnership Projects<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>Through our long-standing collaborative efforts with the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, we aim to improve hazelnut quality, reduce environmental impact, and enhance the technical capabilities of farmers.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Since 2016, within the scope of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) standards determined by the Ministry, we have been monitoring the development of farmers in the areas of food safety, environmental management, occupational health and safety, and traceability, and supporting their certification processes. Our Ministry-approved projects contribute to the widespread adoption of GAP standards in the field and support our farmers in producing hazelnuts in accordance with international requirements, safely, and in an environmentally conscious manner.<\/p>\r\n                        <h4>Our Good Agricultural Practices Projects<\/h4>\r\n                        <ul>\r\n                            <li>The Best Hazelnuts Are Here in Hendek \u00c7aml\u0131ca \u2013 Sakarya (2026)<\/li>\r\n                            <li>The Best Hazelnuts from Ferizli \u2013 Sakarya (2024)<\/li>\r\n                            <li>T\u00fcrkiye&#039;s Value: The Best of \u00c7aycuma \u2013 Zonguldak (2024)<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Agriculture for Our Future: The Future of Hazelnuts Through Good Agricultural Practices \u2013 Zonguldak \/ Kdz. Ere\u011fli (2023)<\/li>\r\n                        <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 5: Integrated Pest Management Projects<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>In our projects aimed at combating diseases and pests encountered in hazelnut cultivation, we work in coordination with many stakeholders. These efforts particularly aim to strengthen regional monitoring capacity against the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (Halyomorpha halys), a pest that has been affecting yield and quality in recent years.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Provincial Agricultural Directorates, Chambers of Agriculture, producer associations, and sector stakeholders are working together to expand the use of pheromone traps and regularly monitor the regional population movements of the pest. To date, more than two thousand traps have been placed in Sakarya, D\u00fczce, Giresun, and Ordu provinces, and these monitoring efforts contribute to the controlled and targeted management of agricultural chemicals.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 6: Sakarya University of Applied Sciences \u2013 Development of Pollinator Varieties Against Climate Change Project<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>The effects of climate change are increasingly causing yield and quality losses in hazelnut farming. Therefore, we prioritize developing scientific solutions to protect the future of hazelnut cultivation.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>In the Pollinator Variety Development Project that we started with Sakarya University of Applied Sciences in 2022, our goals with the studies conducted on the \u00c7ak\u0131ldak variety are to develop resistant and high-performance varieties that will increase yield and quality for hazelnuts, and to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers during the nutrition and development periods.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>This collaboration is an important part of Balsu\u2019s long-term approach to supporting sustainable hazelnut cultivation, in line with its goal of climate-resilient agriculture.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 7: Increasing Yield and Quality in Sustainable Hazelnut Production and Achieving Improvement Targets Through Integrated Pest Management Methods<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>As part of our efforts towards sustainable hazelnut cultivation, through our collaborative project with D\u00fczce University, we aimed to provide farmers with up-to-date and scientifically based information and support them in implementing correct agricultural practices. Throughout the project, we supported it with theoretical and practical training, aiming to raise awareness on the following focus areas:<\/p>\r\n                        <ul>\r\n                            <li>Recycling of hazelnut husks.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>The effects of pruning on yield, fruit quality, and plant health.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>The Integrated Pest Management approach involves regular monitoring of diseases and pests, and targeted biological control measures based on threshold values.<\/li>\r\n                        <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 8: <a href=\"https:\/\/genchayat.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Findik-Bahane-2021-2023-Bilgi-Notu.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:inherit; text-decoration:underline;\">Hazelnut Project as an Excuse<\/a><\/h4>\r\n                        <p>Balsu adopted the responsibility of ensuring children&#039;s safety and access to education as a fundamental principle, and served as the head of the Young Life Foundation between 2014 and 2023. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.genchayat.org\/portfolio\/findik-bahane-2014\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:var(--sur-green); text-decoration:underline;\">\"&quot;Hazelnuts are just an excuse&quot;\"<\/a> It provided support to the project as part of the collaboration.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>As part of a project aimed at supporting the academic and social development of children of seasonal migrant agricultural workers, summer schools were opened and safe learning environments were created for the children. Through summer schools and on-site education models implemented since 2014, 11,419 children have been reached.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>To support the continuity of educational processes, scholarships, stationery, and food aid were provided; scholarship support was given to 229 children aged 11-17. In addition to support for children, social development activities were also carried out for families and farmers in the region.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Innovative Thinking Training, a key component of the project, was conducted in D\u00fczce, Ordu, Sakarya, and Samsun provinces with the participation of 2,634 children. The content of these trainings and the children&#039;s creative work, along with expert evaluations, are available. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.genchayat.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Umudun-rengi-nedir_-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:var(--sur-green); text-decoration:underline;\">\"&quot;What is the Color of Hope?&quot;\"<\/a> It was published in the book titled [book title].<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Throughout the project period, monitoring and guidance processes aimed at preventing risks related to child labor were carried out in collaboration with suppliers and local stakeholders.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 9: <a href=\"https:\/\/projects.rvo.nl\/projects\/nl-kvk-27378529-fbk21s08b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:inherit; text-decoration:underline;\">Sustainable Hazelnut Villages Project<\/a><\/h4>\r\n                        <p>The project, implemented between 2021 and 2025, aimed to reduce child labor and improve the working and living conditions of seasonal migrant agricultural workers and their families in the Sakarya-Ferizli region.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>The project, implemented in collaboration with the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), Rainforest Alliance, Young Life Foundation, and Balsu, has established a strong stakeholder network with a district-based monitoring board including public institutions, NGOs, agricultural intermediaries, the private sector, and leading farmers.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>In line with the project&#039;s objectives, safe spaces were created for children and summer schools were opened, aiming to effectively combat child labor.<\/p>\r\n                        <h4>Project outputs:<\/h4>\r\n                        <ul>\r\n                            <li>7 committee meetings before and after the harvest.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Health, hygiene and infrastructure improvements in more than 10 worker accommodation areas.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Summer school, workshop and safe space support for 243 children.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Training sessions were conducted for 472 farmers, aiming to raise awareness about registered employment stages in seasonal agriculture, sustainable agricultural practices, and child labor.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Certification of 24 agricultural labor agents through cooperation with public institutions.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Training for 44 agricultural workers<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Training for 1,020 seasonal agricultural workers.<\/li>\r\n                        <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 10: Strong Women, Strong Agriculture Project<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>At Balsu, we consider strengthening the critical role of women farmers and seasonal migrant workers in agriculture as one of our priorities. Believing in the transformative impact of women&#039;s labor in agriculture, we implement holistic programs for both women farmers and women workers; and we support equal opportunities at every stage of the hazelnut supply chain.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>An independent supply chain monitoring study conducted by the Fair Labor Association (FLA) in 2017 revealed significant needs for empowering women, particularly in the areas of social cohesion, access to rights, and capacity building. In line with this, the &quot;Strong Women, Strong Agriculture&quot; Program was implemented, completing three years of comprehensive fieldwork, focus group discussions, and training activities based on needs analysis.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>The experience and achievements gained from this project have ensured that women-focused initiatives form a fundamental building block of Balsu&#039;s sustainability programs. Today, supporting the empowerment of women in agriculture remains an integral part of Balsu&#039;s social impact approach.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 11: Harvesting the Future Project<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>This has been carried out under the coordination of the Fair Work Association (FLA), of which we have been a member since 2013. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairlabor.org\/projects\/harvesting-the-future-access-to-remedy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:var(--sur-green); text-decoration:underline;\">\"&quot;Harvesting the Future&quot;\"<\/a> We are playing an active role in the project. The project has a comprehensive approach that includes addressing the risks of child labor in seasonal migratory agriculture, strengthening solution mechanisms, creating safe spaces, developing family support models, and supporting learning processes between different agricultural sectors. Our field work in the hazelnut supply chain is progressing in line with these components of the project.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Balsu shares her experiences regarding social compliance, resolution mechanisms, and supply chain practices within the scope of the project. The functioning of complaint mechanisms, challenges encountered in the field, implemented solutions, and best practices are shared with FLA member organizations, serving as an important resource guiding institutions that want to improve compliance processes in different supply chains.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 12: USDoL Child Labour Prevention and Social Integration Program<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>In the period 2016-2018, efforts were made in the Black Sea and Southeastern Anatolia regions to prevent child labor and improve working conditions. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/ilab\/resources\/reports\/child-labor\/turkey-turkiye\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:var(--sur-green); text-decoration:underline;\">USDoL<\/a> We contributed to the Child Labor Prevention and Social Integration Program. Based on the risks identified through independent field assessments, social integration efforts were carried out for families, children, and farmers.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Within the scope of the program:<\/p>\r\n                        <ul>\r\n                            <li>Children&#039;s access to safe spaces was supported.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Awareness among families has been increased.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Farmers were informed about social compliance.<\/li>\r\n                            <li>Age verification and registered employment processes have been strengthened.<\/li>\r\n                        <\/ul>\r\n                        <p>Through project activities, 219 agricultural intermediaries were identified and 89 were registered; additionally, training was provided to more than 500 people, including community members, public officials, and teachers. The USDoL program contributed to the protection of children during harvest seasons through safe learning spaces and social support mechanisms. Published evaluations revealed that the program strengthened social cohesion in the supply chain. Balsu supported the widespread adoption of responsible working conditions through collaborations with stakeholders throughout this process.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Project 13: <a href=\"https:\/\/genchayat.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/egitimkucugunisbuyugun_projesonuckitabi.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:inherit; text-decoration:underline;\">Education is a project for the young, business is a project for the grown-up.<\/a><\/h4>\r\n                        <p><a href=\"https:\/\/genchayat.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/egitimkucugunisbuyugun_projesonuckitabi.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:var(--sur-green); text-decoration:underline;\">\"&quot;Education is for the young, work is for the old.&quot;\"<\/a> The project is a comprehensive social integration project implemented by the Young Life Foundation under the Ministry of Labor and Social Security&#039;s DES\u0130P Grant Program, with the support of Balsu. This work was carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Labor and Social Security, D\u00fczce University, Karacada\u011f Development Agency, and the Ministry of National Education.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>The project aimed to improve the working and living conditions of seasonal agricultural worker families, strengthen children&#039;s connection to education, and increase families&#039; access to local resources. To this end, summer schools were opened in both migrant-sending and migrant-receiving provinces, creating safe learning environments for children and implementing activities that support their reintegration into education.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-project-item\">\r\n                        <h4>Responsible\u00ae Program<\/h4>\r\n                        <p>As of 2025, we have joined the Green Deal Alignment Project Support \u2013 Responsible\u00ae Program, run by the Ministry of Trade. Our Responsible\u00ae membership will provide a significant preparedness advantage and operational strength in the Green Transformation Program alignment process towards the 2053 Net Zero target.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>In the first phase of the three-phase program, a current situation analysis and sustainability roadmap were completed; project cards specific to Balsu were created. In the subsequent phases, comprehensive green transformation efforts are planned in areas such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing energy efficiency, improving waste management, and life cycle assessment (LCA).<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"sur-tab-content\" data-tab-content=\"politikalar\">\r\n                <div class=\"sur-content-body\">\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-policy-intro\">\r\n                        <p>All of Balsu&#039;s operations are guided by our ethical values, environmental principles, human rights, quality, information security, and responsible procurement policies. We build a fair, transparent, secure, and responsible business culture with a policy set that is fully compliant with international norms.<\/p>\r\n                        <p>Balsu&#039;s human resources, ethics, environment, quality, procurement, occupational health and safety, and information security policies form the core framework of the company&#039;s sustainability commitments. Within this framework, all operations are managed in full compliance with the highest international standards, in line with the principles of accountability and transparency.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"sur-inner-tabs\" data-inner-group=\"politikalar\">\r\n                        <div class=\"sur-inner-shell\">\r\n                            <div class=\"sur-inner-nav\">\r\n                                <button class=\"sur-inner-btn active\" data-inner=\"pol-etik\"><span class=\"label\">Ethical Policy<\/span><span class=\"arrow\">\u2192<\/span><\/button>\r\n                                <button class=\"sur-inner-btn\" data-inner=\"pol-cevre\"><span class=\"label\">Environmental Policy<\/span><span class=\"arrow\">\u2192<\/span><\/button>\r\n                                <button class=\"sur-inner-btn\" data-inner=\"pol-ik\"><span class=\"label\">Human Resources Policy<\/span><span class=\"arrow\">\u2192<\/span><\/button>\r\n                                <button class=\"sur-inner-btn\" data-inner=\"pol-satin-alma\"><span class=\"label\">Responsible Purchasing Policy<\/span><span class=\"arrow\">\u2192<\/span><\/button>\r\n                                <button class=\"sur-inner-btn\" data-inner=\"pol-kalite\"><span class=\"label\">Quality Policy<\/span><span class=\"arrow\">\u2192<\/span><\/button>\r\n                                <button class=\"sur-inner-btn\" data-inner=\"pol-isg\"><span class=\"label\">Occupational Health and Safety Policy<\/span><span class=\"arrow\">\u2192<\/span><\/button>\r\n                                <button class=\"sur-inner-btn\" data-inner=\"pol-bilgi\"><span class=\"label\">Information Security Policy<\/span><span class=\"arrow\">\u2192<\/span><\/button>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"sur-inner-panels\">\r\n                                <div class=\"sur-inner-content active\" id=\"pol-etik\">\r\n                                    <h4>Ethical Policy<\/h4>\r\n                                    <p>Ethical values are central to the company culture and way of doing business. Adherence to ethical principles is essential in all operations and this approach is observed throughout the entire supply chain. The ethics policy aims to create a fair, transparent, and accountable business environment by defining clear responsibilities for employees and stakeholders.<\/p>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"sur-inner-content\" id=\"pol-cevre\">\r\n                                    <h4>Environmental Policy<\/h4>\r\n                                    <p>Environmental protection and the sustainable use of natural resources are among our fundamental priorities. Our environmental management system encompasses continuous improvement-oriented activities aimed at increasing energy efficiency, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving waste management, and strengthening environmental awareness. An integrated environmental approach is adopted in all activities, incorporating occupational safety, food safety, and quality assurance.<\/p>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"sur-inner-content\" id=\"pol-ik\">\r\n                                    <h4>Human Resources Policy<\/h4>\r\n                                    <p>The Human Resources policy aims to create a fair, safe, and equitable working environment for all employees. Equal opportunity, the prohibition of discrimination, and the rejection of child labor and forced labor are among the fundamental principles. Recruitment, compensation, working conditions, and development opportunities are conducted transparently and responsibly in accordance with the Labor Law, ILO conventions, human rights principles, and the requirements of the Personal Data Protection Law. This policy aims to strengthen employee well-being and create a sustainable work culture.<\/p>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"sur-inner-content\" id=\"pol-satin-alma\">\r\n                                    <h4>Responsible Purchasing Policy<\/h4>\r\n                                    <p>Compliance with environmental, social, and human rights criteria is a fundamental principle in procurement processes. The Responsible Procurement Policy promotes ethical business practices in the supply chain and is fully integrated with the Corporate Social Responsibility system. The &quot;Child Labor Monitoring and Improvement System,&quot; developed to reduce the risk of child labor in the hazelnut supply chain, is one of the important applications of this policy and is effectively operated in the field.<\/p>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"sur-inner-content\" id=\"pol-kalite\">\r\n                                    <h4>Quality Policy<\/h4>\r\n                                    <p>The quality management system is rigorously implemented to maximize customer satisfaction, ensure product safety, and maintain operational excellence. Production and service processes are managed according to the principle of continuous improvement, and compliance with national and international quality standards is regularly checked.<\/p>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"sur-inner-content\" id=\"pol-isg\">\r\n                                    <h4>Occupational Health and Safety Policy<\/h4>\r\n                                    <p>Occupational health and safety (OHS) is treated as a top priority in all operations. Proactive risk assessments are conducted to ensure a safe working environment for employees, subcontractors, and visitors; training, audits, and emergency preparedness are implemented regularly. OHS processes are managed in accordance with national legislation, International Labour Organization (ILO) standards, and a continuous improvement approach. The policy aims to prevent work accidents and occupational diseases and to strengthen the safety culture throughout the organization.<\/p>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"sur-inner-content\" id=\"pol-bilgi\">\r\n                                    <h4>Information Security Policy<\/h4>\r\n                                    <p>Information security is one of the most critical elements of risk management and data protection processes. At Balsu, information security risks are systematically assessed; necessary technical and administrative controls are implemented to prevent data loss, unauthorized access, and potential breaches. 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