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The State of Sustainability Initiatives advances sustainable and inclusive value chains by providing credible and solutions-oriented research, dialogue, and strategic advice for decision-makers about voluntary sustainability standards and other supportive initiatives.

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Latest Publications

Addressing Soil Acidity and Enhancing Soil Health: Recommendations for the use of lime and other conservation measures

This policy report addresses the critical issue of soil acidity in the East African Community (EAC) and provides actionable recommendations for EAC partner states, the EAC Secretariat, and other relevant stakeholders.

Fitting the Pieces of the Puzzle: Making sense of due diligence regulations across the globe

Governments across the globe are increasingly recognizing the implications of supply chain interconnectedness and their dependence on GVCs for achieving economic and sustainable development objectives.

Women Turning the Table on Food Loss and Waste in Kenya

A group of changemakers led a movement to tackle food loss and waste in Kenya. IISD experts have been working closely with local women leaders to make change happen.

The Kenyan Flower Subsector: A model of enhanced competitiveness through mandatory and voluntary sustainability standards

This case study explores how Kenya's experiences aligning public and private standards in the flower industry can help transform sustainability efforts in agricultural value chains.

Will the Inclusion of Voluntary Standards in Trade Agreements Lead to More Sustainable Trade?

The use of voluntary sustainability standards (VSSs) and similar systems in free trade agreements (FTAs) is gaining traction. Will it lead to more sustainable production and consumption globally? Our experts have the answers in this new publication and video.

Global Market Report: Soybean prices and sustainability

This report explores recent market trends in the soybean sector, what these trends mean for producers in developing countries, and what sustainability standards, governments, and private sector actors can do to improve farmers' incomes.

Through Her Lens: Women leading change in sustainable agriculture and market inclusion

This webinar will feature experts working with women in VSS-compliant value chains, sharing insights on how women collaborate to adopt sustainable practices and enhance product value for high-value markets.

Stakeholder Consultation of the East African Organic Products Standard

This online event will bring together key stakeholders to review new standards, discuss regulatory requirements, and identify updates for relevant policies.

Strengthening the Role of VSS in Trade Policy

Our interactive seminar during WTO Trade and Environment Week explored how to identify credible VSSs to integrate in trade policy and what role the WTO can play.

Fitting the Pieces of the Puzzle: Making sense of due diligence regulations across the globe

This online webinar explored common themes in due diligence regulations, such as risk management, traceability, and transparency, while providing tools and insights to help navigate compliance challenges.

Integrating Voluntary Sustainability Standards in Trade Agreements: Charting a path for sustainable trade

Our interactive webinar looked at recent trends, challenges, and opportunities related to the integration of voluntary standards in trade policy, with a focus on free trade agreements.

Voluntary Standards and Initiatives for Carbon Management: Navigating the landscape

This webinar unpacked the different types of voluntary standards and initiatives for carbon management and explore how they can help companies to advance their carbon management practices.

Commodities Coverage

We provide in-depth analysis on global production and consumption trends, price dynamics, and the uptake of voluntary sustainability standards for key agricultural commodities.

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Cocoa

Coffee

Cotton

Palm Oil

Soybean

Sugar

Tea

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Working toward more transparent and sustainable forms of production, consumption, and trade.

About SSI

Latest Publications

Addressing Soil Acidity and Enhancing Soil Health: Recommendations for the use of lime and other conservation measures

Fitting the Pieces of the Puzzle: Making sense of due diligence regulations across the globe

Women Turning the Table on Food Loss and Waste in Kenya

The Kenyan Flower Subsector: A model of enhanced competitiveness through mandatory and voluntary sustainability standards

Will the Inclusion of Voluntary Standards in Trade Agreements Lead to More Sustainable Trade?

Global Market Report: Soybean prices and sustainability

Latest Events

Through Her Lens: Women leading change in sustainable agriculture and market inclusion

Stakeholder Consultation of the East African Organic Products Standard

Strengthening the Role of VSS in Trade Policy

Fitting the Pieces of the Puzzle: Making sense of due diligence regulations across the globe

Integrating Voluntary Sustainability Standards in Trade Agreements: Charting a path for sustainable trade

Voluntary Standards and Initiatives for Carbon Management: Navigating the landscape

Commodities Coverage

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