Sacramento, Pa.-based Masser Family of Companies has released its “People, Process, and Planet Report.”
The Masser Family of Companies says it makes annual investments in sustainable practices that contribute to a reduced carbon footprint and integrated long-term efficiencies across all business segments. The Masser team establishes measurable benchmarks in each required area to ensure it meets sustainability goals and reports on continued advancements in the annual PPP Report, according to a news release.
With integrated operations, sustainable agricultural and supply chain practices, innovative products, industry-leading category management and customized marketing solutions, the operation says its team delivers profitable category growth by growing and delivering quality potatoes to the nation’s retailers and foodservice operators.
The Masser Family of Companies and the Masser family have been dedicated to sustainability in all aspects of their business, community and family for over eight generations, the release said.
“As farmers, we base our existence and social responsibility on a shared work ethic, a collective commitment to proper conduct, and an unyielding sense of environmental stewardship and sustainability. The efforts outlined in our People, Process, and Planet Report is Masser’s documented dedication to doing the right thing,” Dave Masser, president of Masser Family of Companies, said in the release. “With the ninth generation joining our family farming operation in the next few years, we will continue to advance in the conservation and protection our environment and community through best-in-class sustainability, including measurable benchmarks and reporting practices.”
The Masser Family of Companies PPP report highlighted recent achievements and ongoing efforts including:
- Sustainably growing and contracting thousands of acres of white, yellow, red, russet and creamer potatoes annually.
- Using modern irrigation equipment and water conservation technology.
- Implementing conservation agronomics to grow that include growing acres of hay, wheat, corn and soybeans.
- Using renewable landfill gas in its value-added processes at Keystone Potato Products.
- In treating residual mine pool water at its on-site water treatment plant, it creates potable water for processing millions of pounds of potato dices, slices, wedges and fries, then treats the water again before returning it to the local watershed.
- Operating best-in-class recycling programs.
- Powering the Masser campus is a 1-megawatt solar farm.
- Outfitting Masser farm team and Masser Logistic Services truck fleet and trailer reefers with the latest fuel efficiency and emissions control equipment to include the KIMS system of battery-powered auxiliary power units.
- Retrofitting Masser plants, warehouses and potato storages with energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems.
- Maintaining a high level of food safety and quality assurance through annual third-party audits such as SQF, USDA organic, and kosher certifications.
“Respecting, protecting and enhancing the natural resources that provide the foundation for our livelihood is critical to meeting today’s needs and ensuring a vibrant legacy for future generations,” Masser said. “We are focused on practicing the ideals within our Planet, People, and Process Report to lead our agricultural businesses with the highest standards of stewardship, environmental excellence and enhanced conservation practices.”
The People, Process, Plant Report documented sustainability summary is now available upon request by contacting Lela Reichart at lreichart@masserspuds.com.
