FairtradeAnything but ‘plain’: exploring sustainable vanilla prices to achieve a living income for farmersNatural vanilla has drawn attention in recent years due to its soaring price, rivalling even silver in 2017. While that might on the…Nov 5, 2019Nov 5, 2019
FairtradeDecent work and a decent income. It’s not much to ask, is it?More than 1,400 small-scale Fairtrade certified cooperatives in 73 countries are celebrating this year’s International Day of Cooperatives…Jul 10, 2019Jul 10, 2019
FairtradeThere’s only one way out of the global coffee crisis. Pay more.Coffee traders, roasters and retailers must face the fact that not paying a fair price to farmers risks the future economic sustainability…Jul 3, 2019Jul 3, 2019
FairtradeWe love coffee. Are we willing to pay the price?One key factor that is harming the future of coffee is well within the reach of every coffee drinker — price.Jun 7, 20191Jun 7, 20191
FairtradeShoppers are demanding sustainable options — are companies getting on board?More and more of us are expressing our values through our everyday shopping. We increasingly demand more information about what goes into…May 10, 20191May 10, 20191
FairtradeDear fashion brands, what are you waiting for?Changing the fashion business is hard work. This Fashion Revolution, Fairtrade’s Textile Manager calls on brands to step up their game.Apr 23, 2019Apr 23, 2019
FairtradeLiving to Work or Working to Live?Do we live to work or work to live? It is a question that some of us might be reflecting on as we take time to celebrate the ones we love…Feb 11, 2019Feb 11, 2019
FairtradeCheap cocoa is costing farmers dearCocoa lovers around the world might be as shocked as I was to learn that the median income in Ivorian cocoa households is US$ 2,600, when…Oct 16, 2018Oct 16, 2018
FairtradeChocolate is a luxury. The people who produce it live in extreme poverty.Today, World Chocolate Day, we celebrate this beloved treat that emerged from the jungles of Central America to dominate the confectionery…Jul 7, 2018Jul 7, 2018
FairtradeTackling poverty in AssamWe all love a cup of tea but do you ever stop to think about where the tea that goes into making your favourite brew comes from?Jun 6, 2018Jun 6, 2018