Kellanova Supplier Partners

A network of trusted supplier partners providing ingredients, packaging, services, and co-manufacturing to Kellanova.

CCI Score

5.62

April 18

Latest Event

Lobbying Disclosure: $220,000 Spent on KELLANOVA Lobbying

In Q4 2024, a lobbying disclosure revealed that KELLANOVA spent $220,000 on efforts addressing issues such as product labeling and USDA nutrition assistance programs. This disclosure draws attention to corporate efforts to influence regulatory policies.

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OBJECTOR

Kellanova Supplier Partners is currently rated as an Objector.

0 to +9 CCI Score

These companies deliberately avoid direct involvement with authoritarian practices. While they do not actively challenge oppressive regimes, they maintain a neutral stance to ensure they are not complicit in supporting such systems.

Latest Events

DEC

31

2024

Lobbying Disclosure: $220,000 Spent on KELLANOVA Lobbying
-38.83

In Q4 2024, a lobbying disclosure revealed that KELLANOVA spent $220,000 on efforts addressing issues such as product labeling and USDA nutrition assistance programs. This disclosure draws attention to corporate efforts to influence regulatory policies.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 29

The disclosed $220,000 lobbying expenditure indicates corporate efforts to shape policy in sectors like product labeling and nutrition assistance, reflecting a prioritization of corporate interests over public welfare. Such actions can contribute to undermining democratic accountability and enabling undue corporate influence in political processes.

Lobbying Update: $220,000 of KELLANOVA lobbying was just disclosed
DEC

31

2024

Lobbying Disclosure Filing for Kellanova
-38.83

A Lobbying Disclosure Act filing revealed that Kellanova spent $220,000 on lobbying during Q4 2024, targeting issues such as product labeling and USDA nutrition assistance programs.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 29

The $220,000 lobbying expenditure indicates an effort by Kellanova to influence policy in regulatory areas (e.g., product labeling and USDA programs). Such corporate political activity can undermine democratic accountability by privileging corporate interests over the public welfare, aligning with broader concerns about corporate influence on policymaking.

Lobbying Update: $220,000 of KELLANOVA lobbying was just disclosed
OCT

01

2023

Publication of Comprehensive Ethical Policies and Forced Labor Prohibition
38.54

Kellanova has published a detailed set of policies on its Better Days™ Promise website, outlining commitments to ethical sourcing, forced labor prohibition, a robust Global Supplier Code of Conduct, and transparency in corporate political contributions. These policies emphasize the protection of human rights and responsible supply chain practices.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 29

The Forced Labor Policy clearly prohibits involuntary labor practices, including forced, indentured, and bonded labor. This commitment to protecting worker rights and ensuring ethical treatment throughout the supply chain strongly aligns with anti-authoritarian, human rights–oriented practices.

Policies and Guidelines
+70

Supply Chain Ethics

March 29

The Global Supplier Code of Conduct and related guidelines promote responsible sourcing and ethical practices across the supply chain. These measures ensure that suppliers adhere to high human rights and labor standards, reducing risks of exploitation.

Policies and Guidelines
+20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 29

Transparent guidelines for corporate political contributions, which require executive oversight, help ensure that political activities are conducted with accountability. This approach minimizes the risk of undue influence and aligns with ethical public and political behavior.

Policies and Guidelines
JAN

01

2023

Kellanova Better Days Promise Responsible Sourcing Initiative
61.59

Kellanova, through its Better Days Promise, has outlined a comprehensive responsible sourcing initiative that includes direct investments, third‑party verification, and continuous improvement programs aimed at supporting farmers, enhancing worker safety, and promoting sustainable supply chain practices. The initiative explicitly aims to improve conditions for vulnerable groups across the food value chain by 2030.
+75

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 29

The initiative includes concrete measures to support labor relations and human rights such as on‐the‐ground interventions for farmers and field workers, provision of personal protective equipment to sugar cane cutters, and training programs to improve safety and livelihoods. These efforts align with progressive workplace standards and enhance the wellbeing of vulnerable communities in the supply chain.

Kellanova Better Days Promise - Responsible Sourcing
+80

Supply Chain Ethics

March 29

Kellanova's responsible sourcing strategy is further exemplified by its detailed supply chain ethics framework. The company outlines commitments to direct investments, third-party certifications (for example, RSPO for palm oil), and continuous monitoring, all of which help to secure ethical sourcing practices and mitigate risks such as deforestation and exploitation in the supply chain. This indicates a strong progressive commitment to supply chain transparency and ethical responsibility.

Kellanova Better Days Promise - Responsible Sourcing
JAN

01

2023

Kellanova PAC Financial Activity Recorded
0.00

The FEC overview for the Kellanova Political Action Committee reports that the connected organization has made contributions totaling $44,000.00 to other committees, indicating an ongoing engagement in political financing.
+0

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 29

The FEC data reflects financial activity by the Kellanova Political Action Committee, a connected entity, with contributions amounting to $44,000.00. There is no evidence from the information provided that these contributions explicitly support authoritarian or far‐right causes, which leads to a neutral score in terms of anti-fascist and political influence considerations.

KELLANOVA POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE - committee overview