Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Sogn Valley Farm

By CommonShare

Sogn Valley Farm LLC is a renowned Certified Organic CSA Farm based in Minnesota, specializing in growing organic native plants, garden starts, and wholesale organic produce. With a primary focus on providing sustainable solutions to the Twin Cities and southeastern Minnesota area, Sogn Valley Farm offers a diverse range of veggie, herb, and flower plants to cater to the needs of home gardeners and prairie restoration organizations alike. The farm prides itself on producing native plants that serve as essential pollinator habitats, promoting biodiversity and supporting the local ecosystem.

Known for their farm-tested varieties of vegetables, herbs, and cut flowers, Sogn Valley Farm has established itself as a trusted source for high-quality garden starts that allow customers to jump-start their growing season. Their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship sets them apart in the industry, attracting customers who value organic practices and the promotion of native plant species. The farm's dedication to attracting bees and butterflies through the cultivation of native plants underscores their mission to create a more biodiverse and resilient landscape.

Over the years, Sogn Valley Farm has garnered recognition for its innovative approach to organic farming and commitment to community engagement. By offering educational resources and hosting plant sales, the farm actively involves customers in their mission to promote sustainable gardening practices. With a strong presence in the local market, the farm continues to expand its reach and impact, aiming to inspire more individuals to embrace organic gardening and support pollinator habitats. As the company looks towards the future, their strategic direction remains focused on fostering a deeper connection between people and the environment, driving positive change 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.

Sogn Valley 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.