Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Full Hollow Farm

By CommonShare

Full Hollow Farm, a certified organic vegetable farm nestled in Belding, MI, is dedicated to providing earth-friendly, sustainable produce to its community. With a focus on soil health and biodiversity, Full Hollow Farm offers CSA memberships and can be found at the Rockford Farmers Market and Fulton St. Farmers Market in Grand Rapids. Founded by Jamie and Brad, who collectively have experience working on seven vegetable and fruit farms, the duo's passion for growing quality produce shines through in every harvest.

Specializing in certified organic vegetables and eggs, Full Hollow Farm stands out in the industry for its commitment to sustainable practices and community engagement. The farm's dedication to providing fresh, healthy produce has earned them a nomination for the prestigious Snail of Approval by Slow Food West Michigan. This recognition highlights Full Hollow Farm's contribution to transforming the local food system towards one that is good, clean, and fair.

As Full Hollow Farm continues to expand its presence near Grand Rapids, Michigan, their mission remains clear: to grow food that nourishes both the body and the community. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and community involvement, Full Hollow Farm is poised to continue making a positive impact on the local food scene. By offering CSA memberships and participating in farmers markets, the farm caters to a diverse customer base seeking fresh, organic produce. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction, Full Hollow Farm is paving the way for a more sustainable and health-conscious future.

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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 Hollow 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.