Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Longwind Farm

By CommonShare

Long Wind Farm, Inc., located in East Thetford, Vermont, is a renowned organic farm dedicated to producing the highest quality organic tomatoes in the Northeast region. Since its inception in 1984, Long Wind Farm has been a pioneer in the organic food industry, known for its year-round tomato cultivation in two state-of-the-art glass greenhouses. The farm's commitment to real organic practices has positioned it as a leader in the national effort to protect and promote authentic organic farming methods.

Long Wind Farm's core products include a variety of organic tomatoes grown in the fertile soil of their greenhouses, catering to health-conscious consumers who prioritize organic produce. With a strong market presence in the Northeast, the farm has cultivated a loyal customer base that values the farm's dedication to producing food that is not only delicious but also serves as good medicine for the body. The farm's unique value proposition lies in its unwavering commitment to real organic practices and its active engagement in the Real Organic Project, spearheaded by Executive Director Dave Chapman.

Notable achievements for Long Wind Farm include its role as a model for regional organic food production and its provision of tai chi classes for the local community, demonstrating a holistic approach to health and well-being. The farm's mission to provide top-quality organic produce while advocating for the integrity of organic standards underscores its commitment to sustainability and ethical farming practices. With a strong emphasis on building customer relationships through its website and social media, Long Wind Farm is poised for continued growth and success in the organic food market, attracting individuals who truly appreciate the value of organically grown food.

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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.

Longwind 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.