Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Smith's Farm and Ranch

By CommonShare

Smith's Farm and Ranch is a family-owned business dedicated to promoting health, happiness, and community through their sustainable farming practices. Located in an idyllic setting, their cattle and goats graze free range on a rotation system, while their vegetables are grown organically without the use of pesticides or herbicides. This commitment to natural farming methods sets them apart in the industry, allowing them to produce high quality vegetables, greens, and microgreens for their community.

With a presence at farmers markets and their own farm store, Smith's Farm and Ranch has established a strong foothold in the local food scene. Their veteran-owned and operated business prides itself on offering the best quality food possible to their customers. They have garnered a loyal customer base who appreciates their dedication to organic practices and sustainable agriculture.

Founded on the principles of promoting interconnectedness within the community, Smith's Farm and Ranch is more than just a farm - it is a beacon of sustainable living and conscious consumption. Their mission to create a complete garden of Eden reflects their long-term vision of fostering a harmonious relationship between people and the land. With delivery options available within a 30-mile radius of their farm, they are expanding their reach and making it easier for customers to access their products.

As Smith's Farm and Ranch continues to grow and innovate, their future outlook remains focused on expanding their product offerings and reaching a wider audience. Their commitment to organic farming and community engagement sets them apart as a leader in the sustainable agriculture industry. Through their dedication to health, happiness, and community, they are paving the way for a more sustainable and interconnected future.

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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.

Smith's Farm and 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.