Key highlights from the 2025 report include Rich’s carbon footprint and emissions reduction. Since 2016, Rich’s has reduced 61,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent from the atmosphere, which is similar to taking more than 10,000 gasoline-powered cars off the road for a year. The company also set a goal to reduce emissions intensity from its operations by 25% by 2025, compared to a 2016 baseline. These reductions reflect improvements in operational efficiency, while Rich’s continues to evaluate opportunities to further reduce its carbon footprint and take meaningful action to address climate change across its operations.

Rich’s has also evolved its portfolio to include more than 1,000 clean-label product solutions and is actively expanding its range and scope while minimizing sensitive ingredients. The company also reports strong engagement across its global workforce of more than 13,000 associates in 110 countries.

Community impact remains a longstanding priority for Rich’s. A few recent examples of community partnerships include a $1 million grant from the Rich Family Foundation to FeedMore Western New York to support workforce training in food service and production and a $30,000 grant to Giving Kitchen, providing financial assistance to foodservice workers experiencing hardship.

“We know there is still more work ahead,” VanDewater said. “This report reflects meaningful progress, but it also reinforces our commitment to keep learning, improving, and working alongside partners across our value chain to reduce our environmental impact over time, while strengthening our business by supporting people and delivering safe, high‑quality food our customers and consumers trust.”

For more information on the full report, visit Rich’s website.