Anti-Slavery and Anti-Human Trafficking Policy

Our Position

Plantations International commits to the dignity, freedom and fair treatment of everyone associated with its operations.

The company recognises the serious harm that slavery and human trafficking cause to societies and individuals, and believes that businesses have a crucial role to play in ending them.

This policy aims to secure a workplace and supply chain free from exploitation and discrimination, where workers' rights are respected and everyone receives fair pay for their labour.

Our Commitment to Farmers and Staff

Farmers and staff are the backbone of the company. Plantations International is committed to their well-being, their rights and their professional growth.

• Fair treatment: all workers, whether directly employed or contracted, are treated with respect and dignity. Discrimination, harassment and abuse are not tolerated.
• Fair wages: pay exceeds minimum legal standards and provides a decent living for workers and their families. Wage structures are reviewed regularly against the cost of living and industry standards.
• Safe and healthy working conditions: the company maintains strict safety protocols, provides the necessary personal protective equipment, and delivers regular health and safety training for employees and contractors.

Our Steps Towards Accountability

Accountability is a cornerstone of this policy. The company takes the following measures.

• Rigorous recruitment practices: verifying legal working age, ensuring employees understand their contracts, and confirming that employment is accepted voluntarily and without coercion.
• Supplier and contractor standards: suppliers and contractors must meet the company's ethical standards. Due diligence, including regular audits and assessments, is conducted.
• Training and awareness: staff and management are trained to recognise signs of exploitation and trafficking and to act when they suspect it.
• Reporting mechanisms: clear reporting channels are in place, including an anonymous hotline. Workers, suppliers and other stakeholders are encouraged to report concerns, which will be investigated thoroughly.
• Remediation processes: if a violation is found, the company commits to immediate and appropriate action. This may include working with authorities, supporting victims and introducing corrective measures.
• Transparency and reporting: the company commits to reporting regularly on its progress, the challenges it faces and the steps it has taken.

Our Continuous Commitment

This policy is a living document and will be continuously reviewed and improved.

Combating slavery requires collective action. Plantations International seeks to collaborate with organisations, governments and civil society to share best practice.

Enhancing Our Commitment Through Collaboration and Innovation

The company aims to go beyond compliance and to lead through innovation and collaboration, preventing issues proactively rather than reacting to them.

Strategic Partnerships

Plantations International seeks partnerships with local and international NGOs, government bodies and agriculture-sector stakeholders to share knowledge, pool resources and address root causes such as poverty and lack of education.

Leveraging Technology

The company invests in technology for supply chain transparency and traceability. Tools include blockchain record-keeping, GPS tracking of goods, and digital platforms that allow workers to report issues directly and anonymously.

Community Engagement and Empowerment

Informed communities are the first line of defence. The company invests in community programs covering education, vocational training and awareness of workers' rights.

Policy Implementation and Continuous Learning

Plantations International commits to monitoring the effectiveness of this policy, collecting feedback from workers, partners and stakeholders, and keeping up with research and best practice.

Senior management actively oversees implementation, and management and staff training emphasises ethical leadership and personal responsibility.

The company invites employees, partners and stakeholders to join this effort, and restates its commitment to ethical business, fair treatment and fair wages.