Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Obercreek Farm

By CommonShare

Obercreek Farm, a USDA certified organic farm located in Hughsonville, NY, is a leading producer of diversified seasonal vegetables, herbs, flowers, and hops on 9 acres of land. Since its establishment in 2012, Obercreek Farm has been dedicated to providing fresh, high-quality produce to its community through various channels such as CSA, on-farm store, farmers markets, and local wholesale accounts. What sets Obercreek Farm apart is its commitment to organic farming practices, with a focus on growing crops in soil rather than hydroponically, as championed by its membership in the Real Organic Project.

With a strong emphasis on community engagement and sustainability, Obercreek Farm has garnered a loyal customer base that values the farm's dedication to providing organic, locally-grown produce. The farm's emphasis on transparency and integrity in its farming practices has earned it a reputation for producing top-quality products that customers can trust. Obercreek Farm's mission is not only to grow organic produce but also to educate and inspire others to support sustainable agriculture and healthy eating habits.

As Obercreek Farm continues to expand its reach and impact, the company remains committed to its core values of environmental stewardship, community collaboration, and ethical farming practices. Under the leadership of its dedicated team, Obercreek Farm looks towards the future with a focus on continued growth, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to providing the best possible products for its customers. With a strong foundation built on organic principles and a passion for farming, Obercreek Farm is poised to make a lasting impact in the organic farming industry for years to come.

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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.

Obercreek 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.