Pyxus International Named as a Supplier Engagement Leader by CDP

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Pyxus International (OTCID: PYYX), a global value-added agricultural company, has been recognized as a Supplier Engagement Leader by CDP, earning an "A" rating on the CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) Leaderboard for the second consecutive year.

The recognition highlights Pyxus' successful collaboration with its contracted grower base in implementing climate change adaptation practices and reducing indirect greenhouse gas emissions. The SEA ranking evaluates companies' effectiveness in engaging suppliers on climate change initiatives, considering factors such as governance, targets, scope 3 emissions, and value chain engagement.

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• Achieved CDP's highest level 'A' rating for supplier engagement for second consecutive year
• Strong collaboration with contracted grower base for climate change adaptation

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 -- Recognized for collaborative efforts with suppliers, particularly its global farmer base --

-- Earns CDP Supplier Engagement 'A' ranking for second consecutive year --

MORRISVILLE, N.C., Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pyxus International, Inc. (OTCID: PYYX), a global value-added agricultural company, is pleased to announce it has been named a Supplier Engagement Leader by environmental nonprofit CDP. Pyxus ranked amongst the top tier of businesses worldwide, earning a coveted "A" rating on CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) Leaderboard for the second consecutive year.

CDP's SEA evaluates the effectiveness of companies' climate change engagement efforts with their suppliers, helping to drive greater impact across their value chain.

"One of Pyxus' greatest strengths is our close collaboration with our contracted grower base. Our ability to educate, demonstrate and train growers on updated agronomic best practices and climate change adaptation has an essential link to the reduction of our Company's indirect greenhouse gas emissions," said Pyxus President and CEO Pieter Sikkel. "We are honored to receive Supplier Engagement 'Leadership' status, CDP's highest level of recognition, further confirming our commitment to working with our stakeholders to grow a better world."

A company's Supplier Engagement Assessment ranking is derived from Company-related information on climate change submitted during CDP's annual disclosure process and assesses a business' governance, targets, scope 3 emissions and value chain engagement.

About Pyxus International, Inc.

Pyxus International, Inc. is a global agricultural company with more than 150 years of experience delivering value-added products and services to businesses and customers. Driven by a united purpose—to transform people's lives, so that together we can grow a better world—Pyxus International, its subsidiaries and affiliates, are trusted providers of responsibly sourced, independently verified, sustainable, and traceable products and ingredients. For more information, visit www.pyxus.com.

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FAQ

What recognition did Pyxus International (PYYX) receive from CDP in 2025?

Pyxus International received CDP's Supplier Engagement Leader status with an 'A' rating on the Supplier Engagement Assessment Leaderboard for the second consecutive year.

How does Pyxus International engage with its suppliers for climate change initiatives?

Pyxus collaborates closely with its contracted grower base through education, demonstration, and training on agronomic best practices and climate change adaptation to reduce indirect greenhouse gas emissions.

What factors does CDP consider in its Supplier Engagement Assessment for companies like Pyxus?

CDP evaluates companies based on their governance, targets, scope 3 emissions, value chain engagement, and climate change-related information submitted during annual disclosure.

Who is the CEO of Pyxus International and what did they say about the CDP recognition?

Pieter Sikkel, President and CEO of Pyxus, stated they are honored to receive the Leadership status, which confirms their commitment to working with stakeholders to grow a better world.