Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Rising Sun Farm and Orchard

By CommonShare

Rising Sun Farm and Orchard, a certified organic, diversified family farm established in 1975, has been a prominent figure in the St. Croix River valley of Western Wisconsin. Specializing in growing fruits and vegetables, the farm takes pride in offering nutrient-dense food to the community while prioritizing environmental stewardship. Led by farmers Lindsey, Ryan, and Tillia, Rising Sun Farm and Orchard stands out for its commitment to caring for the plants, animals, and people on the farm, as well as its dedication to sharing the beauty of the land with family and friends.

The farm's core products include syrup, vegetables, and pork, which are available at their self-serve farm store. While no longer offering CSA subscriptions, Rising Sun Farm and Orchard's products can be found at popular local co-ops like Whole Earth Co-op and Hudson Co-op. The farm's strategic location on the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabe and Dakota Nations adds a cultural dimension to its operations, showcasing a deep respect for Indigenous communities and traditions.

With a strong emphasis on sustainability and community support, Rising Sun Farm and Orchard continues to expand its market presence and solidify its reputation as a trusted source of organic produce. The farm's mission of providing healthy food while being good stewards of the land resonates with a diverse customer base seeking locally-grown, environmentally-conscious products. As the farm looks to the future, its focus on maintaining high-quality standards and fostering meaningful relationships with customers and partners remains at the forefront of its strategic direction.

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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.

Rising Sun Farm and Orchard

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.