End Hunger

By 2030, secure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient farming practices that increase production and productivity, help sustain ecosystems, strengthen the capacity to adapt to climate change, extreme weather, drought, floods and other disasters, and continually improve soil quality .

Istanbul Leather and Leather Products Exporters' Association wishes to support Goal 2 by incorporating sustainable practices into its operations and supply chain. Although the production of leather and leather products is not directly linked to food security, IDMIB plans to encourage the responsible sourcing of raw materials to ensure that leather production does not contribute to land degradation, deforestation or other environmental impacts associated with unsustainable agriculture.

Istanbul Leather and Leather Products Exporters' Association;

1. Promoting sustainable land use: It will encourage its members to source leather from suppliers that practice sustainable land use and avoid activities that lead to deforestation, habitat destruction or soil degradation. This will help protect ecosystems and biodiversity by indirectly supporting food security.
2. Promoting sustainable farming practices: Although not directly involved in agriculture, it will promote sustainability standards for suppliers of raw materials such as raw hides. It will include ensuring that livestock are raised in an environmentally responsible manner, with appropriate feed, veterinary care and adherence to animal welfare standards.
3. Minimizing waste and resource use: It will advocate efficient use of resources in leather production, including water and energy. By implementing measures to minimize waste and pollution, it will indirectly contribute to sustainable resource management and help alleviate pressures on natural resources crucial to agriculture.