Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Calyx Farm

By CommonShare

Calyx Farm, a MOFGA Certified Organic farm located in Morrill, Maine, is dedicated to growing nutritious, high-quality produce while prioritizing the health of the land and the well-being of the community. Specializing in a wide variety of vegetables and flowers, Calyx Farm offers a diverse selection of seasonal produce, including artichokes, basil, beets, kale, lettuce, peppers, tomatoes, and more. Their commitment to sustainable farming practices and community involvement has solidified their position as a trusted source for fresh, locally-grown produce.

With a strong presence at farmers' markets and through wholesale accounts and food access programs, Calyx Farm has established itself as a leader in the local agricultural industry. Their Pick Your Own flower patch and fresh cut flower offerings from Half Hitch Flowers provide customers with a unique and interactive experience. Additionally, the farm's engagement with guest food vendors and community events showcases their dedication to fostering connections and promoting a vibrant local food culture.

Founded on the principles of environmental stewardship and community engagement, Calyx Farm continues to innovate and expand its reach. By offering educational opportunities, such as Pick Your Own nights and engaging with customers through social media platforms like Instagram, the farm remains actively involved in promoting sustainable agriculture and healthy living practices. As they look towards the future, Calyx Farm is poised to further enhance their market presence and continue to provide fresh, organic produce to their loyal customer base.

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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.

Calyx Farm

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.