Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Broken Box Ranch

By CommonShare

Nestled in the heart of cattle country, Broken Box Ranch stands as a beacon of excellence in the industry. Specializing in crossbreeding cattle, particularly with the renowned Charolais breed, the ranch has been a trusted name since the 1950s. Under the stewardship of the Maltby family, Broken Box Ranch has consistently delivered superior genetics that translate to increased weaning and yearling weights for their clients. With a keen eye for performance, marketability, and beef production, the ranch offers a premier breed of Charolais Bulls and Females through various sales channels or private treaty at the ranch.

Not content with just breeding cattle, Broken Box Ranch also offers custom-feeding services in their feedlot, utilizing locally sourced conventional feed and an array of by-products to optimize cost efficiency. Additionally, the ranch is a certified organic rice grower, providing organic rice straw for sale each fall. This commitment to sustainability and diverse offerings sets Broken Box Ranch apart in the market, attracting a loyal customer base seeking quality livestock and feed solutions.

With a rich history steeped in agricultural tradition, Broken Box Ranch prides itself on upholding high standards in all aspects of their operations. Their mission is clear - to provide top-notch genetics and feed services that drive success for their customers. Led by a dedicated team, the ranch continues to expand its geographic presence and market reach, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the industry. As they look to the future, Broken Box Ranch remains committed to innovation and excellence, poised to meet the evolving needs of the livestock and agricultural community with their forward-thinking approach.

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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.

Broken Box Ranch

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.