Poinsettia production sustainability survey

Producers: by taking this short survey, you can help support the growth and development of the European poinsettia sector. The results will be shared for Europewide knowledge exchange.

This survey is for European poinsettia producers. It is entirely anonymous; we do not ask for any information that will identify your business other than your country. Find out more about how SfE supports the industry.
1.What country is your business located in?
SECTION A: SUSTAINABILITY PERSPECTIVES
2.How highly does your business value the following sustainability issues?
Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
Plant protection measures (e.g. pesticides)
Energy use
Water management
Waste management
Plastic reduction
Peat substrates
Local biodiversity
Human resources (e.g. wellbeing and diversity)
3.Choose from the choice of answers...
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Does your business value sustainability and/or have sustainability policies or aims?
Is your business certified by a sustainability scheme or standard?
(e.g. MPS, GlobalGAP, etc.)
SECTION B: CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION
4.Did you use any of the following plant protection or regulation measures in your poinsettia production in 2021?
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Chemical pesticides, fungicides, or herbicides
Chemical fertilizers
Biological protection e.g. beneficial insects
Plant growth regulators
Integrated pest management
Organic production
5.If you used biological methods, did you use any of the following?
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Beneficial insects (e.g. ‘Encarsia Formosa’)
Plant fortification (e.g. leaf fertilizer)
Monitoring (e.g. yellow traps)
Hygiene (e.g. balanced fertilization)
6.Did you conduct the following measures to reduce emissions in your poinsettia production in 2021?
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Renewable solar energy
Renewable geothermal energy
Biomass energy
Other renewable energies
Carbon footprint tracing, e.g. participating in a scheme
Reducing pesticides and fertilizers
Minimising electricity usage
Installing greenhouse climate screens
Switching energy sources for lighting
Switching energy sources for heating
Improving automation, e.g. for picking and packing, to minimise energy use
Implementing a digital programme to measure energy use
Reducing transportation journeys
Adapting transportation methods e.g. switching from fuel to electric
SECTION C: PROTECTING NATURAL RESOURCES
7.Did you conduct the following water management measures in your poinsettia production in 2021?
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Water recycling or reuse
Rainwater collection
Water reduction through efficient management, e.g. a digital measurement system
A digital irrigation system
A water recycling irrigation system
8.Did you conduct the following waste management or plastic reduction measures in your poinsettia production in 2021?
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Implementing efficient waste management processes, e.g. digital tracking systems
Taking part in schemes for reducing or recycling plastics (pots, trays, sleeves)
Using plastic alternatives (for pots, trays, sleeves)
9.Did you use the following substrates in your poinsettia production in 2021?
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Peat-reduced substrate
Peat-free substrate
SECTION D: ENHANCING BIODIVERSITY & PROTECTING PEOPLE
10.In 2021, did your company enact any policies or measures that promote biodiversity on the farm / nursery or in the local area? (e.g. taking part in local community initiatives, or setting up an initiative)
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
11.In 2021, did your company take action or take part in projects or schemes that contribute to the following human resources issues?
Yes, it's in trial phase
Yes, it has been beneficial for business
Yes, it has not been beneficial for business
No, but we plan to
No, and we don't currently plan to
Enhancing working conditions for employees
Enhancing employee wellbeing
Enhancing gender equity and diversity
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