Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Fields Fields Blueberries

By CommonShare

Fields Fields Blueberries, a 2nd generation family-run organic wild blueberry farm located in Dresden, Maine, is dedicated to sharing the magic of Maine's indigenous blueberries while staying true to their roots in sustainable agriculture. As a MOFGA certified organic farm, Fields Fields prides itself on farming practices that preserve the natural state of the berries and their surroundings. Their core products include fresh-frozen organic wild blueberries, wild blueberry leaf tinctures, and a variety of herbal products available in their online farm store.

With a focus on educating their community about the benefits of wild blueberries, Fields Fields sets itself apart by offering grade A berries that are flash frozen within 24 hours of harvesting to preserve their nutritional value. Not only do their products boast two times the antioxidants of cultivated blueberries, but they also offer wild blueberry leaf teas and tinctures that have been found to contain 30 times more antioxidants than the berries themselves. This dedication to quality and innovation has solidified Fields Fields' position as a leader in the wild blueberry market.

Fields Fields' commitment to small business farming and Maine agriculture is evident through their range of products, including gift cards that support local farmers. Their target markets include health-conscious consumers, supporters of sustainable agriculture, and those looking for high-quality, natural products. As they continue to expand their product offerings and reach new customers, Fields Fields remains true to their mission of connecting people to the land through the power of wild blueberries.

Looking to the future, Fields Fields Blueberries is focused on expanding their market presence and continuing to educate consumers about the benefits of wild blueberries and their products. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and quality, they are poised to become a go-to source for all things wild blueberry-related, inspiring customers to stay connected to the land and embrace the magic of Maine blueberries.

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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.

Fields Fields Blueberries

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.