AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of
agricultural equipment, today announced the publication of its 2013
global Sustainability Report. “We continue to focus our business on
high-tech solutions to help farmers satisfy the world’s growing need for
food, fuel and fiber,” said Martin Richenhagen, Chairman, President and
CEO of AGCO. “As part of this focus, we are committed to fundamental
changes in our operations rather than short-term fixes as we work toward
achieving our long-term sustainability targets.”
AGCO's 2013 Sustainability Report outlines the Company's Progress in 2013. (Photo: Business Wire)
The 2013 Sustainability Report is an executive summary that provides an
overview of AGCO’s progress highlights in environmental and social
challenges, with a focus on:
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REDUCING OUR FOOTPRINT FROM FACTORY TO FARM
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An increase in our remanufactured parts business not only enhances
our product stewardship, but also supports farmers with better parts
availability.
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COLLABORATING FOR CHANGE
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Detailed action plans to continue to manage the social risks in our
purchasing actions.
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ENGAGING OUR CLOSEST STAKEHOLDERS
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Continued improvement of our safety performance through a new
“Focus” program.
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AGCO’s sustainability objectives were developed to provide the biggest
impact as we prioritize the pressing global economic, environmental and
social issues facing AGCO’s stakeholders. Aligning with the Global
Reporting Initiative™ (GRI) 3.1 reporting guidelines, the report gives a
transparent update on performance to date in relation to AGCO’s
sustainability goals.
AGCO’s 2013 Sustainability Report is available at http://bit.ly/AGCOsustainability2013.
ABOUT AGCO
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO) is a global leader in the design, manufacture and
distribution of agricultural machinery. AGCO supports more productive
farming through a full line of tractors, combines, hay tools, sprayers,
forage equipment, grain storage and protein production systems, tillage
implements and replacement parts. AGCO products are sold through five
core machinery brands, Challenger®, Fendt®, GSI®, Massey Ferguson® and
Valtra® and are distributed globally through approximately 3,100
independent dealers and distributors in more than 140 countries
worldwide. Founded in 1990, AGCO is headquartered in Duluth, GA, USA. In
2013, AGCO had net sales of $10.8 billion. www.AGCOcorp.com
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