Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Darthia Farm

By CommonShare

Darthia Farm, located on the picturesque coast of Downeast Maine, is a renowned organic horse-powered farm that has been a beacon of sustainable agriculture for nearly four decades. Family-owned and operated, Darthia Farm has garnered recognition for its certified organic produce and flowers by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association. The farm prides itself on its commitment to organic farming practices and its dedication to providing locally grown and produced foods to its community.

At the heart of Darthia Farm's offerings is its Farm Store, which showcases a diverse array of fresh organic vegetables, flowers, yogurt, breads, and more. With a full diet of locally sourced products including meat, dairy, pasta, and preserves, the Farm Store caters to a wide range of customer needs. This commitment to offering a comprehensive selection of high-quality, organic goods sets Darthia Farm apart in the industry and solidifies its position as a leader in the local food movement.

With a rich history spanning nearly four decades, Darthia Farm has established itself as a pioneer in the organic farming community. Founded on principles of sustainability and environmental stewardship, the farm's mission is rooted in providing wholesome, organic products while nurturing the land for future generations. Under the leadership of its dedicated team, Darthia Farm continues to expand its presence in the market while staying true to its core values.

Looking ahead, Darthia Farm remains committed to its mission of providing organic, locally sourced products to its community. With a focus on sustainability and quality, the farm is poised to continue its legacy of excellence in organic farming and strengthen its position as a trusted provider of premium organic goods in the region.

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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.

Darthia 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.