Coach’s leather could pose deforestation threat: report

Supermarkets ‘in limbo’ over Government action on deforestation in supply chains

Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Lidl are among those calling on ministers to enact promised due diligence laws that effectively ban forest-risk commodities.Sev ...

Coach’s leather could pose deforestation threat: report

An investigation by environmental nonprofit Earthsight said the Tapestry-owned brand is at risk of sourcing leather linked to illegal cattle ranching in Brazil.

WWF Tackles Deforestation in Leather Supply Chains

Leather—whether used in apparel, footwear, furniture or automobiles—has long been heralded for its timeless, durable and luxury qualities. As a byproduct of beef production, it is also considered a natural, sustainable material. But that doesn’t tell the whole story. Leather production starts back at the ranch, where cattle farming accounts for about 40 percent of all […]