Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Cosmic Goat Farm and Creamery

By CommonShare

Cosmic Goat Farm and Creamery, located in Central Maine, is a renowned organic dairy farm known for its exceptional goat cheese, yogurt, and raw milk products. With a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability, the farm prides itself on offering a variety of artisanal cheeses, including aged Gouda-style Equinox and all-cow's milk Tomme named Taurus. Their Far-Out Feta, made from a blend of goat's and cow's milk, is a fan favorite available in blocks or cubed in olive oil with delightful seasonings like garlic, rosemary, and peppercorns. All products are certified-organic, raw, and aged for at least 60 days, ensuring a premium and wholesome experience for customers.

As one of the few organic goat dairies in Maine, Cosmic Goat Farm and Creamery sets itself apart by prioritizing the well-being of their animals and the environment. Their commitment to organic practices, which include feeding the goats chemical-free hay and grain, providing ample outdoor access, and refraining from antibiotic use, reflects a dedication to producing high-quality, sustainable dairy products. The farm's cheeses are Certified-Organic by MOFGA, guaranteeing customers that every aspect of production aligns with strict organic standards.

In addition to their exceptional products, Cosmic Goat Farm and Creamery actively participates in local markets like the Wayne Farmers Market, where customers can find their cheeses every Saturday from Memorial Day through Labor Day. By partnering with Misty Brook Farm for distribution, the farm ensures wider availability of their products. Looking towards the future, Cosmic Goat Farm and Creamery continues to innovate and adapt, recently reassessing their distribution strategy following the closure of their previous distributor. With a focus on product availability and customer satisfaction, the farm remains dedicated to providing the community with delicious, organic dairy products.

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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.

Cosmic Goat Farm and Creamery

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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.