Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Snapping Turtle Farm

By CommonShare

Snapping Turtle Farm, located in Cranbury, NJ, is a USDA Organic Certified Vegetable and Herb Farm known for its commitment to providing high-quality, organic produce to the local community. Specializing in over 50 types of vegetables and herbs, including heirloom tomatoes and unusual pepper varieties, the farm offers a diverse range of products that cater to a wide array of culinary preferences. With a strong emphasis on sustainable farming practices, Snapping Turtle Farm sets itself apart by ensuring all 78 acres of its land are USDA certified organic, adhering to the strict guidelines of the National Organic Program.

Founded by Allison Akbay, a passionate advocate for organic farming and environmental preservation, Snapping Turtle Farm has deep roots in the local community. Inspired by her father, agronomist Dr. Harry Motto, Allison's dedication to improving soil fertility while maintaining a sustainable environment drives the farm's mission. The farm's proximity to wild woods, wetlands, and brooks adds a unique element to its operations, with a large population of wild snapping turtles roaming the fields, giving the farm its distinctive name.

As Snapping Turtle Farm continues to expand its offerings and reach, it remains committed to providing fresh, organic produce to its customers. With a focus on seasonal availability and a dedication to growing vegetables popular in South Asian cuisine, the farm caters to a diverse customer base seeking locally-sourced, organic ingredients. By offering online ordering options and participating in local farmers markets, Snapping Turtle Farm aims to make its products easily accessible to all, promoting a healthy, sustainable lifestyle for the community.

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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.
Snapping Turtle 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.