Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Producer: George Woodard

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Woodard's Farm, founded by Producer George Woodard, is a renowned apothecary and farm known for its hand-crafted small-batch products. Specializing in Maple Syrup from the HG Woodchuck brand and Botanics from Loomis Hill, Woodard's Farm has established itself as a trusted name in the industry. Their unique offerings include a variety of elixirs, skin care products, and raw milk beef, catering to a health-conscious clientele seeking natural and sustainable goods.

With a shipping schedule that ensures freshness and quality, Woodard's Farm stands out for its commitment to customer satisfaction. Their dedication to using traditional methods, such as wood-fired maple syrup production, sets them apart in the market. Noteworthy achievements include the development of innovative products like Reishi Elixir and Ghostpipe Tincture, showcasing their expertise in herbal remedies and botanical extracts. The company's target market includes individuals seeking high-quality, farm-fresh products with a focus on holistic health and wellness.

Founded on a rich history of farming and apothecary practices, Woodard's Farm embodies values of authenticity, sustainability, and community. George Woodard's leadership approach emphasizes a hands-on, artisanal ethos, ensuring that each product meets the highest standards of quality. Based in Vermont, the farm's geographic presence reflects a deep connection to the land and a commitment to preserving traditional farming methods. Moving forward, Woodard's Farm is poised to continue its legacy of excellence, expanding its offerings and reaching new markets while staying true to its founding principles of craftsmanship and integrity.

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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.

Producer: George Woodard

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.