Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Farm on the River

By CommonShare

Farm on the River, LLC, a USDA Certified Organic farm based in Springfield, Vermont, stands as a beacon of quality and sustainability in the realm of organic produce. As a first-generation family farm nestled in a lush valley along the Connecticut River, Farm on the River prides itself on cultivating the highest quality organic produce for both local wholesale markets and its esteemed Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. With a commitment to organic and regenerative farming practices for over 30 years, the farm has garnered a reputation for excellence in the industry.

The core products of Farm on the River include a wide range of USDA Certified Organic produce, meticulously grown and nurtured on their fertile land. Their dedication to sustainable farming methods, as evidenced by their certification by Vermont Organic Farmers (VOF), sets them apart in the market. Not only does Farm on the River cater to wholesale customers with their premium offerings, but they also engage with the community through their authentic farm share CSA program, fostering a deeper connection between consumers and the food they eat.

With an eye towards the future, Farm on the River looks to expand its wholesale offerings in 2024, signaling a continued growth trajectory and a commitment to meeting the evolving needs of their market. The farm's mission to produce food in the most sustainable way possible, rooted in the belief that healthy soil is the foundation for healthy plants and animals, underscores their dedication to environmental stewardship. As they continue to uphold their values of quality, sustainability, and community engagement, Farm on the River remains a trusted source of premium organic produce in Vermont 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.

Farm on the River

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.