As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp). This certification reflects our longstanding commitment to using business as a force for good, building upon our cooperative foundation to create positive impact for our members, employees, communities, and the environment.
B Corps are businesses that meet high standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability. B Corps balance profit and purpose, committed to considering the impact of decisions on their workers, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment.
B Corp certification involves a rigorous evaluation across five key impact areas:
At ifac, our cooperative structure naturally aligns with B Corp principles of stakeholder consideration through:
Mission-driven decision making focused on member value
Ethical practices and transparency
Formal stakeholder consideration in strategic planning
Protection of our cooperative ethos through our corporate structure
We invest in our people through:
Financial security
Health, safety, and wellness initiatives
Career development opportunities
Active employee engagement
Regular satisfaction assessments and feedback mechanisms
Our community impact focuses on:
Supporting local economic development
Active community engagement
Strategic charitable giving
Responsible supply chain management
We demonstrate environmental stewardship through:
Climate impact reduction initiatives
Sustainable business practices
Sustainability reporting
Our commitment to customers includes:
High-quality professional services
Ethical marketing practices
Data privacy and security practices
Multiple feedback channels
Continuous service improvement
Learn how we help businesses integrate sustainable practices for long-term success.
Ifac received special recognition for our Impact Business Model focussed on local economic development. As a cooperative deeply embedded in rural Ireland, we:
Our decision to pursue B Corp certification was a natural extension of our cooperative ethos. As a member-owned organisation, we have always operated with a strong sense of purpose beyond profit. B Corp certification allows us to:
Formalise our commitment to sustainable and ethical business practices
Join a global movement of like-minded organisations
Demonstrate leadership in responsible business
Build upon our cooperative foundation
Set measurable targets for continuous improvement
Inspire others in our sector to embrace sustainable practices
Through B Corp certification, we're strengthening our ability to create positive impact while maintaining the cooperative values that have guided us for generations. This certification represents not just an achievement, but a commitment to continuous improvement in how we serve our members, support our communities, and contribute to a more sustainable future for Irish food, agriculture, and agribusiness.
See how we support farmers in building more sustainable, resilient businesses.
As a certified B Corp, we're part of a growing global movement using business as a force for good. We're committed to maintaining and improving our performance across all impact areas, setting new standards for responsible business in the agricultural sector, and continuing to serve our members and communities with integrity and purpose.
All B Corps sign the Declaration of Interdependence as part of their certification, making a commitment to embody the values of the B Corp community and work towards our collective vision of business as a force for good.
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