Sustainable U.S. Peanut Initiative
The peanut grower associations in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia are proud supporters of the Sustainable U.S. Peanut Initiative. Together, the three states are working to ensure that growers have the tools and resources to participate easily in the program. By supporting SUSPI, our region demonstrates a united commitment to sharing the sustainability story of our farmers and protecting the future of the peanut industry.
What is SUSPI?
The Sustainable U.S. Peanut Initiative (SUSPI) is an industry-supported, grower-led program designed to highlight the sustainability of peanut farming. Farmers already practice stewardship every day—SUSPI simply helps tell that story with real data, showing consumers, buyers, and policymakers the value of your work.
Why It Matters
Tell Your Story – Consumers increasingly want to know where their food comes from and how it’s grown. SUSPI gives you a trusted way to share your farm’s sustainability practices.
Protect Your Future – By leading the conversation, peanut farmers ensure the story is accurate and farmer-driven—rather than dictated by outside groups.
Support Market Demand – Retailers and food companies are asking for verified sustainability data. SUSPI helps the peanut industry stay competitive in domestic and export markets.
Highlight What You Already Do – From crop rotations to efficient water use, you’re already farming sustainably. SUSPI simply captures that effort in a measurable way.
How It Works
Sign Up – Participation is voluntary and open to all peanut growers. Visit Sustainable U.S. Peanuts to register!
Share Farm Data – Answer a short questionnaire about your farm practices (fertility, water use, rotations, conservation, etc.).
Get Your Report – Receive a farm sustainability report you can use to highlight your practices.
Industry Use – Data is combined (anonymously) with other farms to demonstrate the collective sustainability of U.S. peanuts.