Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Clagett Farm

By CommonShare

Clagett Farm, a 283-acre organic farm located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is a beacon of sustainable farming practices in the Chesapeake Bay region. Specializing in regenerative agriculture, Clagett Farm produces a wide variety of organic vegetables through its Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, providing fresh, local produce to over 250 shareholders while donating a significant portion of its harvest to food banks in the area. In addition to vegetables, the farm also raises 100 percent grass-fed beef cattle and sheep, contributing to the management of its hilly property in a natural and environmentally friendly manner.

With a focus on promoting soil health, improving water quality, and addressing climate change issues, Clagett Farm stands out for its commitment to sustainable farming techniques. The farm's dedication to incorporating social justice into its agricultural efforts is evident through initiatives like the "From the Ground Up" project, which provides fresh produce to communities in need. Furthermore, Clagett Farm's native tree nursery supports restoration plantings throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed, emphasizing the farm's holistic approach to environmental stewardship.

Led by a team of dedicated professionals, including Farm Facilities Manager Dave Vernon and Livestock Coordinator Alex Outten, Clagett Farm continues to expand its impact through collaborative programs like the Maryland Grazers Network and the Mountains-to-Bay Grazing Alliance. By sharing its expertise with other farmers in the region, Clagett Farm plays a vital role in promoting sustainable agriculture and building a resilient food system. With a focus on soil health, community engagement, and environmental sustainability, Clagett Farm is poised to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for agriculture in the Chesapeake Bay watershed and beyond.

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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.

Clagett Farm

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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.