Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Full Belly Farm

By CommonShare

Full Belly Farm, a certified organic farm established in 1985, is located in the picturesque Capay Valley of northern California. Specializing in a wide range of organic vegetables, fruit, flowers, and wool, Full Belly Farm prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The farm's diverse offerings include a popular CSA farm box program, where members can enjoy a variety of fresh, seasonal produce. Additionally, Full Belly Farm participates in local farmers markets, sells its products at select stores and restaurants, and maintains an online Farm Shop for convenient shopping.

As a long-standing player in the organic farming industry, Full Belly Farm has earned a reputation for producing high-quality, nutritious food while supporting local food systems and promoting a strong local food economy. The farm's dedication to fostering sustainability extends to its soil fertility practices and care for the environment, as well as providing stable employment for its farm workers. Full Belly Farm's mission is to nourish current and future generations with healthy and vibrant food, ensuring a lasting impact on the community and the environment.

With a rich history of organic certification dating back to 1985, Full Belly Farm continues to innovate and expand its offerings to meet the needs of its customers. The farm's leadership approach emphasizes community engagement, education, and a deep connection to the land. Moving forward, Full Belly Farm remains focused on furthering its sustainability efforts, supporting local food systems, and fostering a sense of community through its farm-to-table initiatives. As a beloved fixture in the local agricultural landscape, Full Belly Farm looks to the future with a commitment to excellence and a passion for providing fresh, organic products to its loyal customer base.

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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.

Full Belly 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.