Company Policy

The Management of HIJO DE JOSÉ MARTÍNEZ SOMALO, S.L. believes that Food Safety, Quality, and Social and Environmental Responsibility are fundamental pillars of the organization, essential for the success of an agri-food company. This is without forgetting the family spirit that permeates all levels of the company, whose structure must be compatible with commitment, evolution, productivity, and adaptation to market and societal changes.

Therefore, this CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY POLICY is approved, along with the following:

1. GENERAL COMMITMENTS:

We are committed to integrating all company departments, achieving the active participation of all staff, with the fundamental idea that Food Safety, Quality, and commitment to Social and Environmental Responsibility are everyone’s responsibility.

HUMAN RIGHTS

We adopt appropriate measures to guarantee absolute respect for Human Rights, as enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, avoiding any type of violation thereof, both within our company and in its area of ​​influence.

We reject any manifestation of physical, psychological, or moral harassment, abuse of authority, or any other conduct that intimidates or offends the rights of individuals.

COMMITMENT TO QUALITY AND FOOD SAFETY

We are committed to complying with all legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our products throughout the entire production chain, as well as with the requirements established by our customers and other stakeholders. To this end, we rigorously apply international quality and food safety standards, such as the IFS (International Featured Standards) and the BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards, which allow us to guarantee the complete traceability of raw materials, processes, and final products. All of this is done with the goal of driving Continuous Improvement and achieving maximum satisfaction for our customers and all stakeholders.

As a fundamental pillar of our organization, we maintain a highly trained multidisciplinary team committed to promoting, transmitting, and continuously strengthening our Food Safety Culture. This team works in an integrated and coordinated manner to ensure that all production processes are carried out under strict safety standards, ensuring the production of safe, authentic, and high-quality food for consumption.

Regarding Animal Welfare, we have official animal welfare certification, which attests to our rigorous compliance with the most demanding regulations and standards in this area. We work exclusively with certified suppliers who comply with current regulations, thus ensuring integrity and respect for animals throughout the supply chain.

WORK ETHICS

We consider transparency, integrity, and business ethics to be fundamental foundations in all our relationships, whether labor, commercial, or social. Therefore, we are committed to strictly complying with all legislation specific to the meat industry, general business legislation, and any applicable regulations, acting honestly in all our operations, with respect and social responsibility.

We promote an environment of respect and dignity by committing to maintaining a work environment in which all people are treated with respect and dignity, categorically rejecting any form of violence, harassment (verbal, psychological, or sexual), intimidation, exploitation, or mistreatment.

We are committed to working with integrity and transparency to prevent and prohibit bribery of all employees, as well as organizations or collaborators acting for or on behalf of the company.

We reject forced labor. Our company adopts labor practices aligned with ILO international conventions, guaranteeing the free will of all employees.

We apply fair and legal working conditions, guaranteeing a safe and healthy work environment, fully complying with current legislation regarding wages, working hours, breaks, labor rights, and contractual conditions.

We promote equal opportunities and non-discrimination, not allowing any type of discrimination in selection, promotion, or working conditions based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, social status, physical or mental abilities, health status, union membership, ideology, marital status, or pregnancy. Furthermore, we respect the regulations regarding the hiring of people with disabilities.

We maintain a Gender Equality Policy, outlined in the Equality Plan, under the commitment to recognize the need to promote and practice gender equity, respecting human dignity and defending individual rights with inclusive and cross-cutting actions; promoting social responsibility, aimed at fostering equality between men and women, as well as the professional development of individuals; and preventing, addressing, and sanctioning any type of discriminatory or violent behavior in accordance with the law and the protocol for sexual or gender-based harassment.

Regarding child labor, we are committed to not employing minors, respecting the minimum age for admission to employment in accordance with applicable national legislation.

We maintain a strict commitment to occupational health and safety, implementing prevention and protection policies to ensure a safe working environment, minimizing occupational risks, and complying with all current regulations on occupational health and safety.

We provide safety training and awareness, ensuring that all staff receive periodic training in occupational risk prevention, with the aim of promoting a safety culture that protects our staff as well as clients, suppliers, collaborators, and other people linked to the company’s activities.

We are committed to respecting freedom of association and the free choice of employees regarding representation.

We aim to motivate the organization’s people and provide training appropriate to each position. To this end, we take the necessary measures to avoid any type of discrimination based on race, age, sex, ideology, religion, nationality, or any other personal or physical condition. We promote collaboration and teamwork, equal treatment between men and women, and the right to privacy and protection of personal data.

We are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment that benefits the entire organization and other stakeholders, with the goal of preventing occupational accidents and illnesses, in compliance with applicable regulations and legislation, and enabling a work-life balance.

Violations of these and other principles can be reported through the official reporting channel located on our website or by email at canal@martinezsomalo.com.

All reports will be investigated seriously, ensuring no retaliation against the complainant.

INTEGRITY IN THE VALUE CHAIN

Our relationships with suppliers and customers are based on principles of ethics, transparency, and mutual respect:

• Collaborating only with suppliers who share our ethical values ​​and are committed to responsible practices in social, labor, environmental, and good governance matters.
• Maintaining clear, honest, and professional communication with our customers, ensuring accurate information about our products and services.
• Strongly rejecting any form of corruption, bribery, conflict of interest, or favoritism, always ensuring fair and equitable competition in all areas of operation.

COMMITMENT TO THE ENVIRONMENT

We are committed to preventing pollution at its source, controlling and minimizing negative impacts on the environment, and implementing more efficient processes that reduce our Carbon Footprint and are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that affect us within the framework of compliance with applicable environmental legislation and Continuous Improvement, applying the requirements of the ISO 14001 Standard.

RESPONSIBLE ADVERTISING AND COMMUNICATION

We are committed to providing truthful, clear, and complete information about our products, avoiding misleading or deceptive advertising practices.

We apply the defined measures to preserve the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information by protecting the information, equipment, and technological services used in all processes.

This Code of Ethics, Quality, Environment, and Food Safety Policy, applies to all company employees, managers and middle management, suppliers, external collaborators, and contractors. Its application is supervised by the Ethics Committee; violations due to non-compliance may lead to disciplinary measures in accordance with internal regulations and current legislation. This document will be reviewed and updated periodically to ensure its validity and compliance with legal or strategic changes.

We understand that our growth and reputation are based not only on the quality of our products, but also on the ethical and responsible manner in which we operate. This document establishes the fundamental principles that should guide our professional conduct, internal and external relations, and daily decisions.

2.- COMMITMENTS AS A FAMILY BUSINESS

Our ethical commitment is based on values ​​deeply rooted in family tradition and a vision of continuity that guarantees the viability and sustainability of the business project across generations. This purpose is built on appropriate instruments that ensure responsible management, based on mutual respect among family members and a philosophy of consensus and constant dialogue.

We foster a good working environment, both within the team and within the family, transmitting enthusiasm, involvement, and commitment from the ownership to the entire organization.

We firmly believe in innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, promoting the incorporation of the best professionals in all areas, and committing to continuous improvement as a driver of growth.

We value involvement and talent, fostering a culture of merit in which both family members and employees can develop professionally, be recognized, and actively contribute to the common project.

Our relationship with the team is based on a close, personal, and trusting relationship, fostering a natural and professional connection between the company and the family, which strengthens the sense of belonging and internal cohesion.

As a family business, we maintain a close and identifiable ownership structure, directly involved in the daily reality of the business and willing to prioritize the company’s interests over personal interests. We promote an agile, low-hierarchy organizational structure that facilitates decision-making and adaptation to the environment.

Finally, we aspire to build solid family harmony, resulting in a united and strong team capable of facing challenges with cohesion, responsibility, and a shared vision.

We reinforce tradition and continuity in future family generations through appropriate tools to ensure business viability and sustainability, promoting respect among family members and a philosophy of consensus.

We promote:

• A positive atmosphere throughout the team and with the family, with family members instilling enthusiasm and commitment.
• Innovation and entrepreneurship with the incorporation of the best professionals in all areas.
• The talent and meritocracy of both family members and employees.
• Social responsibility toward all parties involved in business and family relationships.
• The family’s personal and trusting approach to employees, fostering business-family contact with naturalness and professionalism.
• Close and identifiable ownership. Closely related to the business reality and willing to put corporate interests before those of the family. We maintain a low-hierarchy structure.
• Family harmony that results in a strong, united team.

“All these commitments ensure continuous improvement in the organization and, in general, an ethical commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility, encompassing good corporate governance, social and environmental sustainability, and good family governance.”

Signed: Elena Martinez Garnica
CEO

July 9, 2025
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