Botanical Sustainability
A legacy founded in integrity and innovation™
Botanical Sustainability
A legacy founded in integrity and innovation™
Botanical Sustainability
A legacy founded in integrity and innovation™
Verdure’s long-standing sustainability platform, guiding how we build ethical, transparent, and environmentally responsible supply chains across the botanical ingredients we produce.
A complementary facet of Verdure’s sustainability approach Verdugration®, centered on sustainable partnerships, global stewardship, and social welfare.
Verdure’s long-standing sustainability platform, guiding how we build ethical, transparent, and environmentally responsible supply chains across the botanical ingredients we produce.
A complementary facet of Verdure’s sustainability approach Verdugration®, centered on sustainable partnerships, global stewardship, and social welfare.
Verdure’s long-standing sustainability platform, guiding how we build ethical, transparent, and environmentally responsible supply chains across the botanical ingredients we produce.
A complementary facet of Verdure’s sustainability approach Verdugration®, centered on sustainable partnerships, global stewardship, and social welfare.
Sustainable Procurement Programs
Verdure’s sustainability efforts begin with the farmers, families, and communities who cultivate the botanicals that make our ingredients possible. Through long-standing relationships across India and other growing regions, we work collaboratively to strengthen agricultural resilience, improve livelihoods, and create positive, lasting impact at the community level.
The sustainable turmeric program (known as SPP: Turmeric) continues to expand with a strong focus on regenerative agriculture, soil health, and farmer engagement. Seed quality and purity are consistently monitored, supported by a team of on-site agronomists—three currently active, with an additional expert recently brought on board.
To support long-term soil fertility and crop performance, the program emphasizes:
- Soil enrichment through the application of booster mixes and natural minerals
- Crop rotation practices using sesbania, horsegram, cowpea, and banana to rejuvenate soil health
- Improved curcumin content, resulting in higher yields and greater resistance to disease
Farmers are also supported through ongoing education and resource access:
- Farmer trainings and regular meetings to share best practices
- Manual weed management techniques to prevent seed spread
- Improved post-harvest processing, ensuring quality is preserved after harvest
Farmers who previously cultivated millet and rice have transitioned to growing bacopa, a crop that offers the unique benefit of not attracting grazing animals such as cows and wildlife—providing greater peace of mind and improved crop security.
The program also supports local livelihoods by creating consistent employment opportunities:
- 30-50 laborers are engaged routinely throughout the season
- During harvest, the number rises to 70-80, positively impacting 50-60 families with reliable income
- Farmer retention rate 2019 to 2023 was 100%, from 2023 to 2025 retention rate decreased to 75% – 80%.
To enhance product quality and processing efficiency, the program utilizes polyhouse drying technology:
- Reduces drying time by 50% compared to traditional sun drying
- Increased season yields
- Minimizes fungal contamination (mycotoxins) by ensuring uniform, complete drying in a controlled environment
The sustainable pomegranate program, launched in collaboration with a local manufacturing partner, has made significant progress since its inception in June 2024. The initiative aims to enhance farmer participation, expand cultivation acreage, and reduce environmental impact through improved processing methods.
- June 2024: Program launch with distribution of 28,800 plantlets to 40 farmers, covering 75 acres
- February 2025: Goal met 30,000 plantlets distributed to 44 farmers, expanding the program to 80 acres
- September 2026: First commercial harvest anticipated
- 2027: Targeting optimal harvest yields through continued agronomic support
- Water Efficiency: Introduction of a new pomegranate fruit processing machine has resulted in a 50% reduction in water waste
The Boswellia serrata planting initiative was completed in 2023, and ongoing efforts are in place to ensure the healthy growth of saplings under a three-year maintenance and monitoring agreement facilitated by the Forest Department. This project is part of a broader initiative to support reforestation and community livelihoods in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur district.
- Tree survival rate currently stands at approximately 50%, with the area now well protected and fenced; Encouragingly, the land is showing signs of natural regeneration of Boswellia serrata plants
- Boswellia serrata, also know as salai, is native to India’s dry deciduous forests; Its oleo-resin, harvested as salai-guggul, is a valuable non-timber forest product (NTFP)
- The Sahariya tribe, an Indigenous forest-dependent community, relies on this resin for significant portion of their livelihood
- This initiative not only contributes to the conservation of native species, but also enhances the economic stability and well-being of local communities through sustainable harvesting practices
Sustainable Procurement Programs
Verdure’s sustainability efforts begin with the farmers, families, and communities who cultivate the botanicals that make our ingredients possible. Through long-standing relationships across India and other growing regions, we work collaboratively to strengthen agricultural resilience, improve livelihoods, and create positive, lasting impact at the community level.
To support long-term soil fertility and crop performance, the program emphasizes:
- Soil enrichment through the application of booster mixes and natural minerals
- Crop rotation practices using sesbania, horsegram, cowpea, and banana to rejuvenate soil health
- Improved curcumin content, resulting in higher yields and greater resistance to disease
Farmers are also supported through ongoing education and resource access:
- Farmer trainings and regular meetings to share best practices
- Manual weed management techniques to prevent seed spread
- Improved post-harvest processing, ensuring quality is preserved after harvest
Farmers who previously cultivated millet and rice have transitioned to growing bacopa, a crop that offers the unique benefit of not attracting grazing animals such as cows and wildlife—providing greater peace of mind and improved crop security.
The program also supports local livelihoods by creating consistent employment opportunities:
- 30-50 laborers are engaged routinely throughout the season
- During harvest, the number rises to 70-80, positively impacting 50-60 families with reliable income
- Farmer retention rate 2019 to 2023 was 100%, from 2023 to 2025 retention rate decreased to 75% – 80%.
To enhance product quality and processing efficiency, the program utilizes polyhouse drying technology:
- Reduces drying time by 50% compared to traditional sun drying
- Increased season yields
- Minimizes fungal contamination (mycotoxins) by ensuring uniform, complete drying in a controlled environment
The sustainable pomegranate program, launched in collaboration with a local manufacturing partner, has made significant progress since its inception in June 2024. The initiative aims to enhance farmer participation, expand cultivation acreage, and reduce environmental impact through improved processing methods.
- June 2024: Program launch with distribution of 28,800 plantlets to 40 farmers, covering 75 acres
- February 2025: Goal met 30,000 plantlets distributed to 44 farmers, expanding the program to 80 acres
- September 2026: First commercial harvest anticipated
- 2027: Targeting optimal harvest yields through continued agronomic support
- Water Efficiency: Introduction of a new pomegranate fruit processing machine has resulted in a 50% reduction in water waste
The Boswellia serrata planting initiative was completed in 2023, and ongoing efforts are in place to ensure the healthy growth of saplings under a three-year maintenance and monitoring agreement facilitated by the Forest Department. This project is part of a broader initiative to support reforestation and community livelihoods in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur district.
- Tree survival rate currently stands at approximately 50%, with the area now well protected and fenced; Encouragingly, the land is showing signs of natural regeneration of Boswellia serrata plants
- Boswellia serrata, also know as salai, is native to India’s dry deciduous forests; Its oleo-resin, harvested as salai-guggul, is a valuable non-timber forest product (NTFP)
- The Sahariya tribe, an Indigenous forest-dependent community, relies on this resin for significant portion of their livelihood
- This initiative not only contributes to the conservation of native species, but also enhances the economic stability and well-being of local communities through sustainable harvesting practices
Philanthropy
Giving Back To Our Community
Verdure is deeply committed to supporting the well-being of our local community through meaningful, ongoing engagement.
American Botanical Council (ABC)
Phipps Conservatory
University of Rhode Island Foundation
Conner Prairie
Helping Hands Charity
Janus Developmental Services, Inc.
ABC AHP NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP)
Zeta Tau Alpha – BMOC (Breast Cancer Awareness Program)
Community Montessori School
Salvation Army
Noblesville Middle School Robotics
Indiana India Business Council
Noblesville Mid-Day Rotary
Sustainable Herbs Program (SHP)
Quarles & Brady Summer Hunger Food Drive
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Scouts of America
Cycle for Survival
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
UNPA
American Herbal Products Association (AHPA)
Grant of Support for Fullbright Scholar
Our Lady of Grace Catholic School
Alive Inside
Third Phase, Inc.
Fishers Baseball Dugout Club
United Methodist Church
Wings of Hope
Philanthropy
Giving Back To Our Community
Verdure is deeply committed to supporting the well-being of our local community through meaningful, ongoing engagement.
American Botanical Council (ABC)
Phipps Conservatory
University of Rhode Island Foundation
Conner Prairie
Helping Hands Charity
Janus Developmental Services, Inc.
ABC AHP NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP)
Zeta Tau Alpha – BMOC (Breast Cancer Awareness Program)
Community Montessori School
Salvation Army
Noblesville Middle School Robotics
Indiana India Business Council
Noblesville Mid-Day Rotary
Sustainable Herbs Program (SHP)
Quarles & Brady Summer Hunger Food Drive
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Scouts of America
Cycle for Survival
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
UNPA
American Herbal Products Association (AHPA)
Grant of Support for Fullbright Scholar
Our Lady of Grace Catholic School
Alive Inside
Third Phase, Inc.
Fishers Baseball Dugout Club
United Methodist Church
Wings of Hope
