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The Floriculture Sustainability Initiative (FSI) is a market-driven initiative that brings together members of the international floriculture supply-chain. FSI members are collaborating to improve practices and drive positive change towards the sustainable production The key to unlocking a move towards a mainstream sustainable floriculture sector is the development of a shared vision, reverse the fragmentation of standards, and to create a structure where current and future sustainability issues can be tackled on a sector level. In line with the SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS, growers, traders, retailers, standards and civil society organisations, members of FSI, and governments join forces to accelerate sustainable volumes and create impact on key sustainability topics. Strengthening the capacity of the sector to take action at fa*m level is a key aspect to improve social conditions and enhance the sustainability of supply chains. Initiatives towards decent wages, gender equality, and health & safety have proven to benefit workers Responsible use and management of agrochemicals is critical to protect the safety and health of workers, the environment, and security in the supply chain. Projects covers raising awareness, increasing transparency, and investing in practical solutions that are better for Improvements towards responsible use of natural resources and the reduction of CO2 emissions are necessary not only for the environment but also for our economies and communities. Scalable solutions within the supply chain are being put in place by FSI members to soften impacts of energy use, water, transport and waste among others. Increased transparency and traceability in the supply chain is critical to support social and environmental improvements of the sector. This includes topics such as health, safety, working hours, wages, as well as the use of chemicals, substrates, water management, BENCHMARKING STANDARDS — The great variety of standards and certifications in the floriculture sector contribute to higher levels