National Farm Partner Self Assessments
The Greener Fields Together online self-assessment program builds on that vision by providing PRO*ACT National Farms suppliers an opportunity to measure their BMPs, knowledge management and measure-to-manage activities through a self-assessment approach. Answer results can then help suppliers benchmark practices and compare themselves anonymously against their peers.
The self-assessment program was rolled out in 2014 with an energy management module. Additional modules such as water and waste will be added over time. Farming and cooling/shipping/processing operations can all be evaluated so that sustainability efforts can be recognized and drive continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.
Energy
Geography:
California, Washington and Idaho
Participation:
20 Packer/Shipper/Processors with over 3.9 Million square feet 10 Farms with over 7,500 acres
Crops:
Apples, Artichokes, Avocadoes, Berries, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Cherries, Citrus, Fennel, Garlic, Leafy Greens, Nectarines, Onions, Peaches, Pears, Plums, Potatoes, Table Grapes
Best Management Practices
Best management practices (BMPs) help align companies on industry-leading approaches to increasing the sustainability of their business over time.
Knowledge Management
Solid knowledge management practices build a culture where sustainability strategies and plans are embedded in the workforce to ensure all are working towards the same goals.
Measure-to-Manage
M2M activities are at the core of continuous improvement through goal setting, benchmarking, measuring operational outcomes, and reviewing progress.