Minnelea Code of Ethics

• Foreword

  Minnelea, a family-run farm, is deeply rooted in the territory of Cilento and in its rich agricultural tradition. For generations, we have worked to preserve and bring out the authentic flavours of our land, through sustainable and environmentally respectful practices. Our commitment is oriented toward quality, integrity and transparency, with particular attention to the biodiversity of Cilento and to collaborations with small local farms.

  1. Recipients and Scope of Application

  The rules of this code of ethics apply to all collaborators, partners, suppliers and stakeholders of Minnelea. Every party involved in the company's activities is required to respect and promote the principles set out here, contributing to creating a working environment based on transparency, respect and collaboration.

  2. Fundamental Ethical Principles

  • Quality and Food Safety: Minnelea's products are the result of a combination of tradition and innovation. We use artisan production methods, ensuring the highest quality and food safety. Every product undergoes strict checks to ensure it meets the highest standards of authenticity.

  • Protection of Cilento's Biodiversity: Minnelea is actively committed to the conservation and enhancement of Cilento's biodiversity, working with small local farms that cultivate and protect ancient fruit varieties, including figs and other traditional species of the area. These farmers are the custodians of a unique heritage, and our intent is to preserve and promote these varieties for future generations.

  • Traceability and Certification Programme: In line with our commitment to transparency and quality, Minnelea is developing an internal certification programme for product traceability. This programme will ensure that every stage of the production chain, from cultivation to processing, is monitored and documented, offering our customers the assurance of buying genuine and local products, with origin and processes clearly traceable.

  • Environmental Sustainability: We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our activities through sustainable agricultural practices, such as crop rotation, the use of low-impact techniques and the promotion of biodiversity. Our mission is to preserve the natural resources and landscape of Cilento, fostering a harmonious relationship between agriculture and the environment.

  • Transparency and Honesty: Each of our processes is transparent and clearly communicated to our customers and partners. Information regarding our products, from raw materials to processing techniques, is always available, reflecting our commitment to an open and trust-based relationship.

  • Respect for People and Collaboration: Minnelea promotes a respectful and inclusive working environment, in which collaborators are treated with dignity and respect. We work with small local farms and craftspeople of the area, supporting the work of communities and promoting ethical and sustainable practices.

  3. Relations with Stakeholders

  • Customers: We guarantee our customers high-quality, traceable and genuine products, the result of a production process that respects tradition and nature. We listen to their needs and provide clear, transparent information about our products and their origin.

  • Suppliers: The suppliers we work with share our same values of sustainability, quality and respect for biodiversity. We work side by side with small local farms that cultivate rare and traditional varieties, bringing out the excellences of Cilento.

  Collaborators: Every collaborator is a key partner for Minnelea. We promote professional and personal growth, ensuring safe and dignified working conditions. We value the contribution of every individual, encouraging a collaborative and respectful working environment. Our company is founded on the cooperation and commitment of people who share our passion for quality and sustainability.

• Local Communities: Minnelea is deeply tied to the Cilento community. In addition to supporting small local producers, we actively participate in initiatives that promote the culture and biodiversity of the territory. We want to be not only a farm, but a reference point for the promotion and enhancement of our cultural and natural heritage.

4. Commitment to Sustainability

• Sustainable Agriculture: Minnelea adopts sustainable agricultural practices, such as the use of low-environmental-impact cultivation techniques, the reduction of water resource use and the promotion of agricultural biodiversity. We are convinced that environmentally respectful agriculture is the key to ensuring product quality and the health of our planet.

• Biodiversity Conservation: We work closely with local farmers who cultivate ancient varieties of figs and other native Cilento species, preserving them from extinction. These farmers are true custodians of an agricultural heritage that we want to protect and bring out. Minnelea is committed to keeping these varieties alive, integrating them into our products and promoting their uniqueness.

• Internal Traceability Certification: To ensure maximum transparency, Minnelea has developed an internal certification programme that tracks every stage of the production cycle. This system allows us to monitor quality, origin and production methods, ensuring that each Minnelea product meets strict standards of sustainability and authenticity. In this way, we can offer our customers the certainty of buying local, traceable products, authentic representatives of our land.

5. Behavioural Values

• Integrity and Fairness: Minnelea is committed to always operating with integrity, transparency and fairness toward customers, suppliers and collaborators. Every business decision is taken with respect for the ethical values that guide us, ensuring maximum honesty in every transaction and collaboration.

• Collaboration and Community Spirit: We work closely with small local farms and partners who share our philosophy. Our mission is to promote the territory of Cilento and build a solid and collaborative network based on trust, respect and mutual support. We believe that the success of the company is the result of collective contribution.

• Respect for Tradition: Each Minnelea product is the result of ancient traditions handed down over time. We believe that respecting our roots is fundamental to offering products that maintain the authenticity of the territory. Protecting and bringing out artisan production techniques is a priority for us.

6. Dissemination and Application of the Code of Ethics

This code of ethics is shared with all collaborators, partners and stakeholders of Minnelea. Each recipient is called upon to respect and promote the principles contained in this document, helping to ensure a working and operational environment based on integrity, respect and transparency. Minnelea reserves the right to adopt appropriate disciplinary measures in case of violations.

7. Update and Supervision

Minnelea undertakes to periodically review and update the code of ethics to ensure that it reflects business and regulatory developments. Supervision over the application of the code of ethics is entrusted to an internal body that monitors compliance with the ethical principles and provides guidance to constantly improve business practices. The body will also have the task of ensuring that the product traceability certification programme is constantly improved and updated.

Conclusion

Minnelea's code of ethics reflects our commitment to quality, transparency and sustainability, values that guide us in our mission to bring genuine and authentic products to our customers' tables. Through the promotion of biodiversity, collaboration with small local farms and the development of an internal certification programme, we want to ensure that each of our products is the result of an ethical and sustainable process, respectful of the land and the people who work it.