Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Borba Farms

By CommonShare

Borba Family Farms, a family-owned and operated company based in Aromas, California, has cultivated a rich legacy spanning four generations since the late 1800s. Specializing in certified organic produce, Borba Farms offers over 40 different products, including tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers, and berries. Their commitment to quality and sustainability has solidified their position as a trusted supplier in the industry, with a strong presence at Bay Area and Monterey Bay farmers markets.

What sets Borba Family Farms apart is their multigenerational farming tradition, rooted in the cultivation of apricot orchards that dates back to their ancestors. Under the leadership of Ron Borba, alongside his wife Cindy and their four children, the farm has expanded to include a diverse range of specialty produce and varieties. Their dedication to organic farming practices and a wide selection of high-quality products have earned them a loyal customer base and accolades within the agricultural community.

As pioneers in the organic farming industry, Borba Family Farms continues to innovate and expand their offerings, staying true to their mission of providing fresh, organic produce year-round. With a strong geographic presence in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties, Borba Farms remains committed to their values of sustainability, community engagement, and family-centric approach to business. Looking ahead, the farm is poised for continued growth and success as they strive to meet the evolving needs of their customers and the market.

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Traceability

An increasingly important factor in global supply chains, traceability assesses the manufacturer's capability to track products and materials from origin to delivery. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® explores this through the lens of tiered supplier verification, culminating in end-to-end traceability with real-time monitoring and complete transparency.

Digitized Products

The digital landscape has transformed B2B interactions. This facet assesses the extent to which manufacturers have digitized their product offerings. The spectrum ranges from manufacturers without any online product catalog to those boasting advanced B2B e-commerce platforms, providing clients with order customization, real-time tracking, and an integrated view of the supply chain.

Preferred Materials

This aspect gauges the extent to which manufacturers incorporate sustainable, circular, and regenerative materials in their supply chain. It assesses whether companies merely use standard materials or whether they actively prioritize sustainable and preferred materials in their product range, even going so far as to offer digital verification of material certificates.

Facility Verification and Services

This dimension evaluates the openness and commitment of manufacturers regarding their facility's conditions and services. It covers a spectrum, from providing no facility details at all to showcasing comprehensive third-party audits, ensuring transparency in worker welfare and showcasing a clear commitment to maintaining top-tier facility services.

Readiness to Contract

Before entering a partnership, it's pivotal to understand a manufacturer's business legitimacy. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® checks for the presence and verification of essential documents, ranging from basic business licenses to comprehensive documentation, client testimonials, and even third-party attestations that verify a manufacturer's reliability and readiness to contract.

Borba Farms

United States

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How our Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark® Works?

By CommonShare

The Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark is a comprehensive framework designed to evaluate and rate manufacturers based on their commitment to sustainability, digital integration, readiness for contracting, material sourcing, and facility standards. It provides a clear, standardized metric for assessing manufacturers in a B2B environment, helping businesses make informed decisions aligned with their sustainability objectives. The benchmark covers crucial areas like end-to-end traceability, the digital verification of supply tiers, utilization of preferred materials, and verified social audits for facilities. By incorporating both depth and granularity across its criteria, the benchmark not only promotes transparency but also encourages continuous improvement in responsible manufacturing practices.