Sustainability Policy Issue Date: June 2025 | Revision: 1.0

Statement of commitment:

At Granja Emita Panamá, we recognize that producing quality food requires a permanent commitment to environmental protection and the sustainable development of our communities. Therefore, we have integrated responsible practices into every stage of our operations, aimed at optimizing the use of natural resources, reducing our environmental impact, and promoting more efficient and sustainable poultry production.

Beginning

• Reduction of the carbon footprint through solar energy and energy efficiency.
• Responsible water management through rainwater harvesting and own supply systems.
• Valorization of organic waste under a circular economy model.
• Continuous improvement of environmental processes with the incorporation of new technologies.
• Transparency in the measurement and reporting of environmental indicators.

Specific commitments

Granja Emita is committed to maintaining at least 20% of its energy consumption from renewable sources, progressively moving towards 60-70% with the expansion of the photovoltaic system.
We also guarantee the collection and reuse of rainwater, avoiding unnecessary extraction from natural sources, and the transformation of the 100% of chicken manure generated into organic fertilizer.

Responsibility

The General Management of Granja Emita is responsible for ensuring compliance with this policy, with annual review of indicators and updating of sustainability objectives.



2. Food Quality and Safety Policy Issue Date: October 2025 | Revision: 1.0



GRANJA EMITA PANAMÁ, SA, a company dedicated to the production and marketing of shell eggs and pasteurized whole liquid eggs, has decided to implement a Food Safety Management System based on the FSSC 22000 V6 certification scheme, in order to ensure the quality and food safety of our products and processes, and thus protect our consumers.
At GRANJA EMITA PANAMÁ, SA, we are committed to managing food quality and safety in all processes through the commitment of every level of the organization. To this end, we establish quality, safety, and food security objectives, which are constantly reviewed, and the results are communicated to stakeholders in a timely manner.

It is based on the following pillars:

• Commitment to establish, maintain and continually improve a food safety management system, complying with legal and regulatory requirements on food safety.
• Responsibility and commitment to the safety of our products, focused on the evaluation of our production processes.
• To satisfy the needs of our customers by controlling and caring for our products, from the beginning of the process to the final product, complying with the established parameters.
• Continuous training of our employees, so that they are managers in each area in which they carry out their activities, and are motivated to develop good manufacturing practices (GMP).
• To protect the end consumer by offering them SAFE products, following the guidelines of our Food Safety and Quality Management System
• Establish and maintain a food safety culture in every activity carried out at our processing plant. • Ensure traceability of all our production processes, promoting internal and external communication as the guiding principle of our Management System.

General management is committed to reviewing this policy annually and making the necessary adjustments to the Food Safety and Quality Management System to ensure that it is maintained, complied with legal and regulatory requirements, and meets the expectations of our customers.



3. Animal Welfare Policy Issue Date: June 2025 | Revision: 1.0



Statement of commitment

Granja Emita Panamá recognizes that the well-being of the birds under its care is a fundamental component of responsible and ethical poultry production.
We are committed to ensuring decent living conditions for our 680,000 laying hens, in compliance with international animal welfare principles and applicable Panamanian health regulations.

The Five Freedoms

Our animal welfare management is based on five internationally recognized principles: • Free from hunger and thirst: permanent access to clean water and balanced food.
• Disturbance-free: suitable accommodation with controlled environment and rest areas.
• Free from pain, injury and disease: prevention through health programs and timely veterinary care.
• Free to express natural behaviors: facilities that allow movement and behavior typical of the species.
• Free from fear and anxiety: humane and respectful handling at all production stages.
Specific commitments • Ongoing veterinary monitoring of the birds' health status. • Vaccination and disease prevention programs.
• Ongoing staff training in humane handling techniques.
• Housing densities within the parameters recommended by specialized organizations.
• Prohibition of mistreatment or rough handling practices at any stage of the operation.




4. Occupational Health and Safety Policy Issue Date: June 2025 | Revision: 1.0



Statement of commitment Granja Emita Panamá is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all its employees, contractors and visitors.
The prevention of accidents, occupational diseases and the protection of the physical and mental integrity of our human team are priorities of Management.

Beginning

• Strict compliance with the labor and occupational safety legislation of the Republic of Panama.
• Identification, assessment and control of occupational risks in all areas of operation.
• Provision of personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for each task.
• Ongoing staff training in risk prevention, first aid and emergency protocols.
• Investigation of accidents and incidents to implement corrective improvements.
• Promotion of the physical and mental health of employees.
• Active participation of staff in the identification of unsafe conditions.

Obligations of collaborators

All Granja Emita staff are required to comply with established safety standards, properly use the provided protective equipment, report unsafe conditions, and participate in occupational safety training programs.

Responsibility

The Emita Farm Management provides the necessary resources to maintain safe working conditions. Failure to comply with safety regulations will be addressed according to established disciplinary procedures.



5. Social Responsibility Policy Issue Date: June 2025 | Revision: 1.0



Statement of commitment

Granja Emita Panamá understands that its activity has a direct impact on the surrounding communities and on Panamanian society in general.
Therefore, we are committed to operating responsibly, generating not only economic value but also social and environmental value for our communities and the country.

Areas of action

• Decent employment: generating stable sources of employment with fair wages and adequate working conditions for local communities.
• Food security: contribution to the sustained production of quality food for the Panamanian national market.
• Local communities: support for community initiatives in the areas where we operate, prioritizing projects related to well-being, education and the environment.
• Agricultural development: promoting sustainable agricultural practices through the distribution of organic fertilizer to local producers.
• Transparency: open communication with stakeholders about our environmental, social and economic performance.

Stakeholder groups

We recognize as priority stakeholder groups our employees and their families, the communities near the operation, customers and consumers, suppliers, the Panamanian State and the environment.



6. Ethics and Transparency Policy Issue Date: June 2025 | Revision: 1.0



Statement of commitment

Granja Emita Panamá conducts its business with integrity, honesty, and transparency.
We demand the highest level of ethical conduct from all our employees, managers, and business partners in the performance of their duties.

Ethical principles

• Legality: compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards in the Republic of Panama.
• Integrity: honest and transparent conduct in all business and employment relationships.
• Prohibition of corruption: absolute rejection of any form of bribery, corruption or corruption in our operations.
• Conflict of interest: identification and proper handling of situations that may compromise the impartiality of decisions.
• Confidentiality: protecting sensitive information about the company, employees, clients, and suppliers. • Fair competition: maintaining ethical relationships with competitors, without unfair or deceptive practices.

Report of irregularities

Emita Farm guarantees a safe environment where any employee can report conduct contrary to this policy without fear of retaliation. Reports can be made directly to the General Management or through established internal communication channels.

Responsibility

Failure to comply with this policy by any employee, manager, or supplier will be evaluated and may result in disciplinary action or termination of the business or employment relationship.