Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Old Friends Farm

By CommonShare

Old Friends Farm LLC, based in Amherst, MA, is a renowned Certified Organic farm that specializes in cultivating 28 acres of Salads, Vegetables, and Flowers. The farm is widely recognized for its pioneering efforts in growing Northeast-grown Ginger and Turmeric, as well as for the Specialty Products made from these potent roots. With a passion for their craft, Old Friends Farm prides itself on growing what they love and loving what they grow. Their dedication to a healthy workplace, environment, and community is evident in the quality of their products, ensuring that customers can taste the difference in every bite.

As a leader in the organic farming industry, Old Friends Farm has established a strong market presence with their unique offerings. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart from competitors, making them a trusted choice for health-conscious consumers. Notable achievements include their innovative approach to cultivating Ginger and Turmeric in the Northeast, showcasing their dedication to pushing boundaries and exploring new possibilities in agriculture. Their target markets include health food stores, specialty markets, and consumers who prioritize organic, locally-sourced products.

Founded with a vision to create a healthier and more sustainable food system, Old Friends Farm has evolved into a respected player in the organic farming community. Their mission to provide high-quality, organic products while maintaining a positive impact on the environment and community drives every aspect of their operations. With a strong leadership approach that emphasizes collaboration and innovation, the farm continues to expand its geographic presence and reach a broader audience with their offerings. Looking ahead, Old Friends Farm is focused on continued growth and innovation, staying true to their values while exploring new opportunities to meet the evolving needs of their customers.

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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.

Old Friends Farm

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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.