John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (JBSS) — ESG & Values Scores

Environment story

JBSS has not disclosed Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions, renewable energy percentages, or net-zero targets in its SEC filings. The company acknowledges climate-change risks to nut-crop viability and sources ~28% of raw materials internationally, creating supply-chain exposure. No verified investments in decarbonization infrastructure, carbon-offset programs, or sustainability commitments are detailed in the 10-K. The company has not published a standalone sustainability or ESG report. Environmental score reflects undisclosed emissions and absent climate targets, with a downward adjustment for failure to disclose Scope 3 and the absence of net-zero commitments. No controversies regarding toxic waste, water contamination, or habitat destruction are disclosed in the filing.

Criticisms on file

No material criticisms on file for this pillar.

Disclosed initiatives

Nut Sourcing & Vertical Integration

Company maintains vertically integrated operations for pecans, peanuts, and walnuts, including procurement from growers and in-house shelling and processing. This reduces transportation intermediaries and supply-chain complexity.

Potential reduction in logistics-related emissions; no quantified environmental benefit disclosed.
Trade Association Participation for Sustainability

Company states it participates in trade associations, funds industry research, and sponsors educational programs to increase awareness of nut health benefits and 'support efforts to increase awareness of...sustainability efforts while continuing to partner with farmers to further mitigate climate and other environmental risks.'

Engagement in industry-level sustainability initiatives; no quantified metrics or specific commitments detailed.

Social story

JBSS employs approximately 1,900 full-time employees as of June 26, 2025. The company reports a comprehensive human-capital program including health & safety, training, development, and employee-engagement initiatives. Approximately 13% of employees were promoted in fiscal 2025, and 93% received wage adjustments. The company operates SVA and TTP incentive programs benefiting ~17% and ~83% of employees respectively, plus a 401(k) with company matching and health benefits. CEO-to-worker pay ratio is not disclosed; therefore, the deterministic penalty of -15 points applies. No union representation, NLRB complaints, or labor disputes are disclosed. Diversity metrics (gender/race in leadership/workforce) are not disclosed, triggering a -15 point deduction for assumed <30% leadership diversity. Supply-chain human-rights audits and policies regarding cashew sourcing from West Africa (high-risk geography for labor violations) are not disclosed. No modern slavery statement or living-wage commitment is detailed.

Criticisms on file

No material criticisms on file for this pillar.

Disclosed initiatives

Health & Safety Programs

Company prioritizes employee health and safety with proactive injury/accident prevention, training, machine guarding, and forklift safety. Occupational injury rate reported as in-line with food-manufacturing industry average.

Safety culture promoted; no quantified reduction in injury rates disclosed.
Training, Development & Promotion

Company offers professional development, workplace fundamentals, business and computer training, and industry-specific Nutology-101 courses. Annual mandatory training on food safety, workplace safety, regulatory compliance. Mentorship program pairs emerging talent with executives. ~13% of employees promoted in FY2025.

Internal talent development pathway; no measurable impact on retention or advancement equity disclosed.
Employee Engagement & Surveys

Annual employee engagement surveys monitor satisfaction and concerns. All people managers given annual goal of being inclusive and engaging leaders, measured by leadership engagement score.

Engagement measurement framework; no disclosure of survey results or action items.
Compensation & Benefits

SVA and TTP incentive programs provide annual cash bonuses. Sales incentives and leadership awards available. Health coverage, student loan repayment, 401(k) with company match, and non-qualified deferred compensation plan for executives. 93% of employees received wage adjustments in FY2025.

Competitive compensation stated; no disclosure of median wage or equity metrics.
Code of Conduct & Ethics

Company maintains codes of conduct and ethics policies. Anonymous incident reporting system, periodic surveys, and suggestion boxes with monetary award potential. Emphasis on retaliation protections.

Grievance channel established; no disclosure of complaint volume or resolution rates.

Governance story

JBSS has a dual-class share structure: Common Stock (9,045,710 shares outstanding as of August 14, 2025) and Class A Common Stock (2,597,426 shares outstanding), with Class A shares convertible to Common Stock. The 10-K does not explicitly state voting-rights disparity or founder-supermajority control, but the dual-class structure triggers a -20 point deduction per the deterministic rule. Board independence percentage is not disclosed; absence of disclosure is treated as <75%, triggering -15 points. No detailed lobbying expenditures, political contributions, or PAC activity are disclosed. No material antitrust, consumer-safety, or financial-fraud regulatory proceedings are reported. The company is a large accelerated filer with SOX 404(b) auditor attestation and filed an 8-K or 10-K on schedule. No evidence of active litigation to block shareholder climate proposals or significant SEC/DOJ enforcement actions is disclosed. Governance score reflects dual-class penalty, undisclosed board independence, and absence of lobbying/political transparency.

Criticisms on file

No material criticisms on file for this pillar.

Disclosed initiatives

SOX 404(b) Auditor Attestation

Company filed attestation to management's assessment of internal control effectiveness under Section 404(b) of Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Enhanced financial-reporting oversight and audit committee accountability.
Cybersecurity Risk Disclosure (Item 1C)

Company discloses cybersecurity risks, including ransomware, phishing, and third-party service-provider vulnerabilities. Technology security initiatives, cyber insurance, and disaster recovery plans referenced.

Awareness of cyber risk; no independent security audit or CISO appointment disclosed.
Code of Ethics

Company website links to code of ethics; also available on SEC website. Referenced in Item 1—Business.

Governance code publicly available; enforcement and governance body not detailed.

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