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Fairtrade launches Communities Scheme to mobilise grassroots campaigners for trade justice
The Fairtrade Foundation has launched a new-look Fairtrade Communities scheme. Launched this month the scheme will simplify the processes involved…
New programme for cocoa cooperatives supports child labour prevention and remediation efforts
A new programme is launching today to support Fairtrade certified Ivorian and Ghanaian cocoa cooperatives to strengthen prevention and remediation…
Response to amber/red rating for UK Government’s ‘aid for trade’ approach
The Fairtrade Foundation has expressed concern at the results of a review by the Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI) of the UK’s ‘aid for trade’ approach.
Consumer support for Fairtrade strong despite cost of living crisis
Consumers are staying loyal to Fairtrade as the most visible and trusted ethical label, according to new research findings.
Call for cosmetic companies to invest in women shea entrepreneurs
The Fairtrade Foundation is inviting the cosmetics industry to invest in and work alongside West Africa’s women shea entrepreneurs.
Fairtrade’s membership and sales grew in 2021, new report reveals
Financial benefits from Fairtrade sales and numbers of producers in the Fairtrade system reached record levels in 2021.
Fairtrade: embrace power of partnership to see flower farmers flourish
The flower industry must embrace partnerships if it is to find sustainable solutions to the challenges facing the sector.
Fairtrade to increase coffee Minimum Price
Fairtrade will raise its Minimum Price for coffee in an effort to strengthen protections for coffee farmers around the world.
Aldi and Fairtrade to deepen commitment to Ethiopia flower workers
Aldi UK is partnering with the Fairtrade Foundation on the next stage of a £400,000 programme to support women in the Ethiopian flower sector.
Fairtrade ‘significant’ step towards living wages for banana workers
A new study shows that sourcing on Fairtrade terms is critical in the journey towards achieving living wages for banana workers.