June 30, 2021

What so special about Fairtrade?

Knowledge
coffee farmer and Fairtrade logo

What is Fairtrade?

Fair trade is an arrangement designed to help producers in growing countries achieve sustainable and equitable trade relationships. 

What does Fairtrade certification mean?

The people who really need help are those in developing countries where they're living on less than $2 per day. The Fairtrade Certified seal means your purchase contributes to their economic development by providing them with sustainable incomes while protecting the environment.

The Fairtrade Certified seal means your purchase contributes to their economic development by providing them with sustainable incomes while protecting the environment.

Fairtrade is a system of certification that aims to ensure a set of standards are met in the production and supply. This includes workers rights, safer working conditions, and fairer pay for farmers/ workers who get involved with Fairtrade products or ingredients.

For consumers choosing Fairtrade means high quality products and ethically produced goods.Choosing to buy these items goes beyond the initial purchase; it's your vote for fairness and equality in a world that desperately needs both. It also creates change with farmers who invest in sustainable farming techniques or empower women at their own farms through leadership programs.