Harvest & Mill
Harvest & Mill is an American sustainable apparel brand that offers organic cotton clothing essentials like tees, pants, shorts, etc., made from materials all grown, milled, and sewn in the USA. It uses non-toxic dyes, minimizing textile waste, and prioritizes local production to uplift the local economy.
Organic
Vegan
Gives Back
Women-Owned
Carbon Offset
Non-Toxic
Eco-friendly Materials
Sustainable Packaging
Organic
Vegan
Non-Toxic
Gives Back
Women-Owned
Carbon Offset
Eco-friendly Materials
Sustainable Packaging
Subset Sustainability Rating
Sustainability
5 out of 5
Ethical Practices
4 out of 5
Animal Welfare
5 out of 5
Gives Back
4 out of 5
Subset Sustainability Rating
Sustainability
5 out of 5
Ethical Practices
4 out of 5
Animal Welfare
5 out of 5
Gives Back
4 out of 5
Overall Rating: Fair
Sustainability
Resource Utilization: Harvest & Mill uses 100% organic cotton grown locally in the USA. This approach of responsible material sourcing reduces its carbon footprint and water usage. CO2 Emissions: The brand’s operations are fully carbon-neutral. It operates entirely within the USA, eliminating CO2 emissions caused by long-distance transportation. It further offsets all manufacturing, shipping, and office activities through reforestation and renewable energy projects. Zero-Waste Manufacturing: It implements cutting techniques to minimize fabric cut-offs as textile waste and repurposes extra fabrics as well. So none of its materials end up in landfills. Minimalist Designs: Harvest & Mill’s clothing are thoughtfully designed to be worn again and again, without ever feeling out of fashion. It promotes product longevity through lasting styles, encouraging a shift away from fast fashion. Eco-Friendly Packaging: It utilizes 100% recycled paper for packaging, which is designed to be reusable, recyclable, and easily compostable. Biodiversity Preservation: The American label engages in reforestation projects that protect local flora and fauna and safeguard biodiversity. Microfiber Pollution Mitigation: It solely uses natural, artificial dye-free, and non-toxic fabrics, eliminating the possibility of microplastic pollution. Wastewater Treatment: Harvest & Mill adheres to strict EPA wastewater guidelines, guaranteeing that all dyeing processes are non-toxic and eco-friendly. Responsible Chemical Use: It uses non-toxic, natural dyes that are free from hazardous substances like bleach, azo dyes, heavy metals, PFC, formaldehyde, etc. This ensures safe production methods and environmental protection.
Ethical Practices
Fair Trade Practices: Harvest & Mill ensures that workers receive fair wages and operate in safe working environments. It supports local economies by sourcing materials and manufacturing entirely in the USA, avoiding labor exploitation caused in factories located in underdeveloped countries. Supplier Traceability: Harvest & Mill maintains a transparent supply chain with 100% traceability. All materials are sourced, grown, and processed within the USA, promising clear oversight and ethical practices. Regular Audits and Compliance: The company works closely with a selection of independent, family-owned factories. Members from the Harvest & Mill team regularly visit them to ensure compliance with high ethical and environmental standards throughout their supply chain. Labor Welfare: Harvest & Mill supports workers’ rights and gender equality. Every single person employed by them, starting from farm workers to factory workers are treated fairly and ethically. The label upholds strong principles of human rights and social justice. It strictly prohibits any form of forced or child labor.
Animal Welfare
Cruelty-Free and Vegan Materials: Harvest & Mill’s entire product line is vegan and PETA-approved. They do not use any animal products, trims, or tags, so no animals are harmed in their production processes.
Gives Back
Uplifting Underserved Communities: Harvest & Mill actively supports local communities by manufacturing products within the USA. It focuses on rebuilding American manufacturing to create diverse economic opportunities. From organic farms to heritage mills and family-owned sewing factories, every part of its supply chain is based in the USA. Reforestation and Renewable Energy Initiative: It minimizes carbon footprint by working with the Garcia River Forest reforestation project and the Capricorn Ridge Wind Farm. This approach combines reforestation and renewable energy investments to lower its CO2 emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.
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