Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Richard Wilbur Ranch

By CommonShare

Founded in 1869, Richard Wilbur Ranch is a family-owned and operated company that has established itself as a prominent grower, packer, and processor of prunes and walnuts. With a vertically integrated approach, the Wilbur family is deeply involved in all aspects of the supply chain, ensuring a seamless journey from their orchards to the final product on supermarket shelves. Their commitment to quality and tradition is evident in their philosophy of delivering products "from their family to yours."

Specializing in prunes and walnuts, Richard Wilbur Ranch is known as the largest independent grower and packer of California prunes. Situated in the heart of the world's premier prune and walnut growing region, the company benefits from the fertile Columbia loam soil and temperate climate, resulting in the production of the highest quality fruits. With a proud history dating back to 1869, Richard Wilbur Ranch has remained steadfast in their dedication to farming, leading to the establishment of Wilbur Packing Company in 1992 to bring a farmer's perspective to food production.

Driven by their mission to uphold their farming roots and deliver exceptional products to consumers, Richard Wilbur Ranch has garnered a loyal customer base and a strong market presence. Their focus on family values and a hands-on leadership approach has set them apart in the industry, allowing them to continuously innovate and achieve notable milestones. As they look towards the future, Richard Wilbur Ranch remains committed to upholding their legacy of excellence and expanding their reach in the agricultural sector.

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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.

Richard Wilbur Ranch

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.