Sustainability
Taking Action for a Sustainable World
In the produce industry, it all goes back to the land. Planting, growing and harvesting healthy fruits and vegetables, and the land is where that all begins. Since its inception, Markon and its partners have strived to be a leader in sustainability and a steward of the earth. Throughout the years, we’ve continued to evolve and work with our grower community to develop environmentally conscious practices.
Tending to Mother Nature
Markon growers employ methods that conserve water, nurture the land, use energy efficiently, and recycle waste.
Water Conservation
Markon growers work hard to save and conserve water by utilizing methods like drip irrigation or recycling water throughout facilities.
Soil Tending
Crop rotation and the introduction of cover crops ensures that soil is regularly enriched and protected from erosion.
Eco-Friendly Packaging
Markon partners utilize recyclable or biodegradable packaging created with post-consumer content to help our partners reduce waste.
Operating Earth-Friendly
Aside from tending to our natural resources, we strive to reduce our carbon footprint with energy, pollution and transportation.
Smart Energy
Our growers and partners employ solar energy, use energy efficient cooling, and convert waste products to usable energy.
Sourcing
Utilizing growing regions that provide the best product with least input helps save water, transportation fuel and pesticides.
Transportation
Our transport vehicles use biodiesel or ethanol, and we ship by train where possible. Motor oil and tires are recycled to ensure sustainability.
Polution Prevention
From food trimmings being composted or converted to feed to reusable or recyclable supplies, Markon works to keep waste out of landfills.
Get Markon on Your Plate
No matter the size of your operation, Markon can help you serve the highest quality produce. Located across the United States and Canada, there’s a distributor near you to help bring your culinary vision to light.