Corporate‐Community Land Governance for Peace: A Governance Materiality Framework for CSR , ESG , and Sustainable Agribusiness

Abstract

Within corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG), there is a gap. This paper aims to fill that gap by building on a previous empirical study. It introduces the Land Governance Materiality Framework (LGMF), which redefines land governance as a critical governance skill that impacts ESG performance, supply‐chain resilience, responsible investment, and long‐term corporate value. The paper relies on Institutional Theory, Political Ecology, Stakeholder Theory, and Strategic CSR. It argues that secure land tenure, institutional legitimacy, participatory governance, and conflict‐sensitive resource management are essential skills, not just outside factors. Instead of presenting new empirical evidence, it interprets the findings to create a wider theoretical and policy framework for responsible agribusiness. This framework broadens ESG materiality by including territorial institutions in sustainability assessments. It also offers practical advice for governments, businesses, investors, and development partners looking to support resilient, conflict‐sensitive, and sustainable agricultural systems.