Standard Owner Benchmark - WHERE FOOD COMES FROM (WFCF)

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Where Food Comes From (WFCF) is a for-profit company that specializes in third-party verification and certification of food and agricultural products. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Castle Rock, Colorado, USA.

WFCF offers a range of verification and certification programs that focus on food traceability, quality, and sustainability. Their certifications help consumers make informed choices about the food they purchase by providing transparent information about the origin, production methods, and handling practices of the products.

One of the notable certification programs offered by WFCF is the "Source Verified" program, which verifies the origin and traceability of food products. This program ensures that the product's claims about its origin are accurate and reliable. WFCF also offers certifications for organic, natural, non-GMO, grass-fed, and other product attributes.

Through their verification and certification programs, WFCF aims to enhance food safety, promote sustainable agriculture, and build trust between consumers and food producers. Their certifications are used by farmers, ranchers, food processors, retailers, and food service providers to demonstrate their commitment to quality and transparency.

In addition to certification services, WFCF provides consulting and training services to assist companies in implementing best practices and meeting industry standards. They also offer technology solutions for supply chain management and traceability.

While WFCF operates as a for-profit company, their focus on providing accurate and reliable information about food products aligns with the increasing consumer demand for transparency and sustainability in the food industry. By offering trusted verification and certification services, WFCF contributes to building a more informed and sustainable food system.

Overall Rating

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Governance

The certification uses a multi-stakeholder, independent governance model to support the development of the standards related to the certification.

Supply Side Digitization

Details on the certificate are easily available via technology for inclusion in third party digital applications.

Buy Side Availability

Buy side availability details out how easy it is for consumers to find products and companies exhibiting the standards offered by the certification.

Relevance

This considers the scale of the certification, and the number of products and companies that currently contribute to the certificate. National and local certification are normalized with countries.

Digital Accessibility

How easy is it for innovative new companies, startups, and local retailers to have the same access and affordable pricing models to use standard information in digital applications.
WHERE FOOD COMES FROM (WFCF)
United States
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This is a benchmark to help companies understand which standards should be part of a sustainable procurement plan. Further, the benchmark allows standard setting schemes, i.e. "Standard Owners", to benchmark their performance versus industry peers.