Stonyfield Farm, Inc.

Stonyfield Farm is an organic yogurt brand focusing on sustainable and organic dairy products. As part of Lactalis’ portfolio, the company is committed to environmental stewardship and promoting healthy, organic food options.

CCI Score

30.58

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

Stonyfield Launches Toxic Free Election Challenge

Stonyfield Organic launched its Toxic Free Election Challenge to encourage Americans to reduce social media toxicity ahead of the 2024 presidential election. The initiative underscores the company’s commitment to promoting civic engagement and supporting sustainable, organic farming practices through a donation to the Organic Farming Research Foundation.

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Stonyfield Farm, Inc. is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

SEP

10

2024

Stonyfield Launches Toxic Free Election Challenge
73.17

Stonyfield Organic launched its Toxic Free Election Challenge to encourage Americans to reduce social media toxicity ahead of the 2024 presidential election. The initiative underscores the company’s commitment to promoting civic engagement and supporting sustainable, organic farming practices through a donation to the Organic Farming Research Foundation.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 18

Stonyfield’s initiative is a positive example of corporate engagement in the political sphere. By launching the Toxic Free Election Challenge, the company is actively encouraging voter participation and aiming to decrease the divisiveness and toxicity of online political discourse without endorsing any specific candidate. Their history of political conversation (e.g., messaging on gun safety and campaign finance reform) supports the interpretation that they use their platform to promote a healthier political environment.

Yogurt brand Stonyfield wants to take the toxicity out of elections
+75

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 18

Beyond its political engagement, Stonyfield demonstrates strong commitment to ethical business practices. The campaign not only fosters a healthier political dialogue, but also aligns with the company’s longstanding focus on sustainability and organic farming. Their pledge to donate to the Organic Farming Research Foundation reinforces their dedication to environmental stewardship and responsible business conduct.

Yogurt brand Stonyfield wants to take the toxicity out of elections
MAY

25

2023

Supply Chain Disclosures - Ethical Supply Chain Commitment
70.27

Stonyfield Farm, Inc. has published its supply chain disclosures which underscore its commitment to ethical sourcing practices. The company emphasizes strict adherence to a Supplier Code of Conduct, with measures in place to eliminate slavery, human trafficking, and child labor from its supply chains. This transparent and proactive approach highlights a positive stance in business practices and ethical responsibility.
+85

Supply Chain Ethics

March 18

The company's supply chain disclosure clearly outlines robust measures to ensure that its suppliers adhere to high ethical standards, including the eradication of forced labor, human trafficking, and child labor. This proactive approach under the realm of Supply Chain Ethics, a key subcategory of Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility, positively contributes to combating systemic exploitation and aligns well with anti-fascist values.

Supply Chain Disclosures
FEB

09

2018

Stonyfield's GMO Video Campaign Encourages Censorship and Misinformation
-29.22

Stonyfield Farm's recent GMO video campaign has been criticized for misleading consumers about genetic modification and suppressing open, science-based discussion. This incident raises concerns about corporate messaging tactics that may indirectly support authoritarian-style information control and censorship.
-60

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 18

The video campaign appears to disseminate misleading information regarding GMOs and explicitly discourages the free flow of scientific debate. This aligns with tactics that can foster an environment of censorship and controlled narratives, which are concerning indicators from an anti-fascism perspective. The approach undermines transparency and open dialogue, key pillars of democratic society.

Media Bias/Fact Check: Stonyfield GMO video—and response to critics—encourages censorship, misleads consumers
OCT

06

2015

Stonyfield to implement 6-month paid parental leave
30.81

Stonyfield Farm, an organic yogurt maker, announced a universal 6‐month paid parental leave policy effective July 2016. The initiative is aimed at supporting all employees—from executives to plant floor workers—and sets a strong example in labor rights and ethical business practices.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 18

Stonyfield Farm's decision to implement a 6‐month paid parental leave policy demonstrates a notable commitment to labor rights and worker well‐being. This progressive policy supports employees across all levels and underscores ethical business practices, which is a positive step in strengthening labor relations and human rights practices within the company.

Stonyfield to implement 6-month paid parental leave
APR

01

2001

Sustainability Initiatives and Ethical Practices at Stonyfield Farm
7.89

A detailed case study documenting Stonyfield Farm's commitment to sustainable production, employee well‐being, and ethical supply chain practices, highlighting its positive social and environmental corporate practices.
+85

Supply Chain Ethics

March 18

The report highlights ethical supply chain practices, with Stonyfield Farm supporting small family farms and promoting organic dairy production. Such practices reflect a commitment to sustainable sourcing and counter the exploitative consolidations often seen in authoritarian economic structures.

A Case Study on Measuring Sustainability at Stonyfield Farm
+90

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 18

Stonyfield Farm demonstrates a strong commitment to labor relations and human rights through robust employee benefits, profit sharing, and a focus on reducing turnover. Their emphasis on providing a healthy, engaging workplace supports socially responsible practices that counter exploitative labor conditions.

A Case Study on Measuring Sustainability at Stonyfield Farm