Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Oxen Hill Farm

By CommonShare

Oxen Hill Farm LLC is a family-owned and operated agricultural business with a rich history dating back to the mid-1800s. Specializing in USDA Certified Organic vegetables and non-certified flowers, the farm serves as a beacon of tradition and sustainability in Suffield and East Granby, CT. What sets Oxen Hill Farm apart is its unique connection to the past, symbolized by the oxen that once roamed the property and now feature prominently in the farm's name and logo.

With a focus on family, faith, and fun, Oxen Hill Farm prides itself on providing high-quality produce to its loyal CSA customers, local groceries, restaurants, and farmers' markets. The farm's commitment to organic farming practices and dedication to preserving Connecticut's agricultural heritage have earned it a strong reputation in the industry.

As a testament to its success, Oxen Hill Farm has expanded its offerings to include a variety of vegetables and flowers, attracting a diverse customer base that values locally sourced, organic products. The farm's mission is rooted in sustainability and community engagement, reflecting its deep-rooted values and commitment to excellence.

Looking towards the future, Oxen Hill Farm continues to grow and evolve, with a focus on expanding its reach and impact in the local market. By staying true to its core values and dedication to organic farming, Oxen Hill Farm is poised to remain a leader in the agricultural industry for generations 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.

Oxen Hill 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.