At Palmira Agro, through Turkey’s first hybrid micro granule fertilizer factory, launched in 2024 in Çankırı, we improve energy efficiency and minimize our carbon footprint by utilizing renewable energy systems. Our hybrid production technology enables us to reduce energy consumption by 65% and cut CO₂ emissions by the same rate compared to conventional manufacturing methods. To meet the energy demands of our facility, we rely on a solar power system with a capacity of 1,207.80 kWp. We also avoid fossil fuel use by operating electric forklifts, pallet trucks, and logistics systems throughout our production processes. We prioritize environmentally responsible practices at every stage of production. Wastewater generated during production is treated using biological treatment systems, ensuring safe disposal without harming the environment. In addition, to minimize air emissions, we employ a Scrubber (Gas Washing Tower) system that filters air released from production processes, resulting in cleaner emissions into the atmosphere. These practices position Palmira Agro as a leader in sustainable fertilizer production and contribute directly to Climate Action, one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. By adopting a low-carbon production model, we increase efficiency while preserving natural resources.

Due to our responsibility to the environment, we embrace a circular approach in our waste management practices implemented in Alsera greenhouses. We strive to minimize waste generated in our production processes and make continuous efforts to recycle as much as possible. By recycling waste generated in our operations, we ensure the reuse of raw materials. Additionally, we constantly develop innovative methods and technologies for the reuse of waste. This approach minimizes the environmental impact of waste while preserving natural resources. We package the products produced in our greenhouses using fully recyclable packaging materials and supply them to the market. Any recyclable waste generated during production stages is transferred to licensed recycling companies. Furthermore, plant residues such as leaves and seedlings generated during production are shredded into small pieces using a specialized shredder, facilitating their volume reduction and transportation. These materials are then provided to stakeholders as raw materials for various uses such as composting and soil nutrient supplements. The compressed coconut peat (coco peat) used in our production, suitable for various sectors (especially landscaping and ornamental plant cultivation), is redirected to these fields to prevent waste formation.

At Alarko Agriculture Group, we align our efforts with Goal 2 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals — “Zero Hunger” — through practices that support sustainable agriculture, strengthen food security, and promote economic and social development in agricultural production. By maintaining sustainable production throughout the year, we minimize fluctuations in seasonal food supply. Compared to traditional farming methods, we optimize food production by achieving higher yields with lower water consumption. Through our seed breeding and cultivation initiatives, we develop climate-resilient crops that can withstand challenges such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures.

At Alarko Agriculture Group, we focus on continuous improvement and implementing innovations in environmental sustainability. In line with this, we continually review and enhance the policies we apply in our operations. We are committed to preserving natural resources to leave a more livable world for future generations. Through Alsera, we optimize water and energy usage in our production processes, ensuring efficient use of resources. We contribute to water conservation by implementing special measures for water saving and recycling wastewater. In soilless agriculture, "coco peat" provides a medium with high water retention properties, created by processing and compressing coconut husks into blocks. This method uses 60% less water compared to traditional farming, where much more water is typically used to maintain soil moisture for plant growth needs. Additionally, through our technology investments, we achieve an additional 30% savings in water and fertilizer use by reusing drainage water for irrigation and plant nutrition purposes. This results in up to 72% overall water savings.

At Alarko Agriculture Group, we contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of “Reducing Inequalities” through our investments across all areas of operation and a female employment rate exceeding 70%. Through our employment policies and investment strategies, we promote women's participation in the workforce and support regional development by expanding economic opportunities in rural areas. In doing so, we contribute to reducing economic, social, and gender-based inequalities.

During agricultural production, issues related to plant protection adversely affect the health of humans and other organisms, while also causing negative impacts on yield and quality parameters, leading to economic losses. Therefore, addressing the issue beyond "pest management" and developing a holistic approach in agriculture has become imperative. These reasons have led to restrictions on pesticide use and the prominence of chemical-free alternative and integrated pest management methods. To maintain this integrity, it is important for agricultural production systems to be sustainable. Effective pest management in sustainable agriculture is only possible through integrated pest management (IPM). As Alsera, a company conducting modern greenhouse activities under Alarko Agriculture Group, we implement the "Integrated Pest Management" (IPM) system in our technological greenhouses. In this approach, we utilize all methods of pest control, prioritizing non-chemical methods to combat diseases and pests, making IPM a ecologically sensitive management approach. Management of diseases and pests is carried out using the most economical methods, while eliminating or minimizing potential negative impacts on humans, other organisms, and the environment. Understanding the pest, its biological cycles, habits, and implementing simple measures before damage occurs makes pest control easier, more economical, and minimizes environmental impact in IPM.