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Good for the climate
For many years, we have been working to make our fruit and vegetable range more sustainable. This has involved taking a close look at our products and finding out what we can do to improve even more. To implement these improvements, we regularly review our progress and support our producers by offering in-depth advice.
Our fruit and vegetables should not only impress with their freshness, but also with their sustainability, which is why we work alongside our producers to implement a wide range of measures.
Reducing CO₂ emissions
Independent experts analyse our producers’ emissions and identify areas where there is potential for reduction.
Using water responsibly
We analyse water consumption and quality and raise awareness on how water and wastewater can be used responsibly.
Improving soil quality
We improve soil management by analysing soil quality and organic matter content.
Responsible and minimal use of pesticides
When using pesticides, we always ensure that they are used responsibly and as little as possible.
Reducing waste
We analyse and improve all our producers’ waste management – from cultivation through to storage and transport.
Improving working conditions
We optimise social conditions such as working conditions, occupational safety and gender equality.
Protecting ecosystems and promoting biodiversity
During cultivation, we pay great attention to the protection and preservation of ecosystems and the diversity of animal and plant species.
Sustainability
Fewer pesticides in agriculture? We present five pioneering methods.
More sustainable strawberries
Migros has been selling sustainable strawberries from southern Spain since 2019.
Cultivating soybeans in Seeland
Cattle graze next to soybean fields on the Garohof farm in the Bernese Seeland: why the future looks bright for this pairing.
Our labels identify our sustainable fruit and vegetable products, so you can shop and do good at the same time.
The IP-Suisse label stands for environmentally friendly, sustainable and high-quality agricultural products from Switzerland. Products awarded the IP-Suisse label meet strict requirements relating to environmental protection, animal welfare, biodiversity and social sustainability. IP-Suisse farms are committed to using near-natural production methods that promote the protection of soil, water and habitats and minimise the use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides.
The Migros Organic label is used for food produced via organic farming and indicates that a considerate approach to the environment has been applied. This means that the following principles have been taken into account during production:
Production in harmony with natural cycles
Promotion of natural soil fertility
Preventive plant protection instead of chemical protective agents
No genetic engineering or air transportation
The Demeter label stands for biodynamic, sustainable and high-quality agricultural products. It is the oldest organic label and sets strict guidelines for near-natural food production.
The focus is on the concept of the cycle. The soil is strengthened by biodynamic preparations and fertility is boosted by composted animal manure. Diverse crop rotation prevents soil depletion, while product processing is gentle and only few additives are permitted.
We use M-Check to transparently show how “sustainable” our fruit and vegetables are.
You can find out more about our commitment to a wide range of sustainable products in the stories.