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Way to Go! Lidl launches super Fairtrade chocolate bar
Lidl launches its first own-brand super-Fairtrade chocolate bar.
Sanitisation and prevention campaigns by Fairtrade small producer oganisations
Amidst the continued spread of COVID-19 and ensuing challenges, Fairtrade producer organisations across the world are continuing to invest in initiatives that aim to strengthen their resilience and avert further loss of production and other resources due to the pandemic.
COVID-19 relief measures by smallholder farming co-operatives in Sri Lanka
The Network of Asia and Pacific Producers (NAPP) currently has sixteen Small Producer Organisations (SPO) in Sri Lanka producing a wide array of Fairtrade certified products, including tea, coffee, cocoa, fresh fruits, herbs and spices. At this time of unprecedented uncertainty, small producers are highly vulnerable.
Fairtrade Premium Initiatives by Sugar Producers in Karnataka to Support and Strengthen Their Farmers and Communities During COVID-19
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has put unexpected pressure on all of us, as well as specific areas, such as the global sugar supply chain.
New research sets out how to achieve breakthrough impact to end cocoa farmer poverty
New report from the Fairtrade – Mondelēz International Cocoa Life partnership outlines key learnings necessary to secure sustainable livelihoods for cocoa growers and communities.
Fairtrade Producer Relief Fund Announced
Bringing relief and resilience to producers on World Fair Trade Day:
3.1 million Euros in funding launched by Fairtrade International
Flower and cotton producers fight COVID-19 through tailoring
As global cases continue to rise, so too is the demand for protective gear such as face masks, which in a country like Kenya must now be worn in public spaces. Consequently, Kenya like many other countries is dealing with the challenge of adequate protective gear for its health workers and national population.
Co-operatives in El Salvador help their members and communities during the emergency
While COVID-19 arrived late in South America, El Salvador, like many other countries, now must contend with a government issued quarantine. As a result, co-operatives in El Salvador have had to halt their farming operations.
How Fairtrade takes action to help farmers with prevention and protection
Fairtrade farmers, like many other producers in the world, are struggling, not only due to the health implications of COVID-19, but due to the negative affect the outbreak is having on the global supply chain.
New non gm cotton seed breeding project will protect sovereignty and biodiversity
To mark the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, the Fairtrade Foundation has announced today that it has launched a three-year programme in India to grow non-GM cotton seeds, benefitting the environment, farmer’s health and commanding a higher price.