Whitney Kakos, Director of Supply Chain Sustainability at Keurig-Dr. Pepper, is reshaping the narrative by linking farming practices to iconic brands like Keurig and Dr. Pepper. Through her efforts, regenerative agriculture has emerged as a cornerstone of sustainability initiatives. Kakos emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating ecology, climate, and community welfare into KDP’s “Drink Well, Do Good” goals. Collaborating directly with farmers, particularly with Mott’s apple growers in western New York, KDP fosters sustainability through initiatives like the Native Pollinator Program. Despite initial skepticism, partnerships with organisations like the IPM Institute and Cornell University have facilitated progress. Looking ahead, KDP aims to enhance habitat quality and implement cover cropping to bolster sustainability efforts, underscoring a commitment to nature and livelihoods within the apple-growing community.

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