fair trade

Fair trade is a social movement that promotes sustainable development by seeking greater equity in international trade. Fair trade offers better trading conditions to marginalized producers and workers, particularly in the southern hemisphere. Several fair trade certification organizations offering product labeling programs exist, including TransFair USA, Fair Trade Labeling Organizations International and Fair Trade Federation.

Fair trade certification programs typically address making improvements to the following aspects of international trade: labor conditions, pricing, direct trade (eliminating middlemen), transparency, community development and environmental sustainability. You'll find bloggers addressing fair trade at Fair Trade Certified, Catholic Relief Services, Global Exchange Store and many other sites.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “fair trade”

• in Green
  Flowers for Mother Earth
  CEO Robert McLaughlin talks about how Organic Bouquet gives back to Mother Earth
  by makingsense / on Apr 23, 2012
• in Lifestyle
  Epicurean Ethics
  Just how fair is fair trade coffee?
  by okjasmine / on Jun 28, 2011
• in Lifestyle
  Take a Walk on The Boardwalk... Boardwalk Chocolates
  A review on Boardwalk Chocolates and the ethics and idea behind the business and its operations
  by simplygreento / on Oct 9, 2010

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “fair trade”

 

• Hearts.com: Gorgeous accessories for a cause. Is there a better kind?

  
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  I hardly need an excuse to shop for new jewelry or handbags, but hey, when they support an amazing cause, I have to buy them, right?
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• Andrew Rugasira Considering Listing the Good African Coffee Company on the Stock Exchange

  
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  Emma Onyango from All Africa has reported that Andrew Rugasira, author of A Good African Story and owner of Good African Coffee Company , has hinted that he is considering listing his company on the stock exchange. Rugasira commented that “It would be interesting for us (Good African Coffee Company) to talk ...
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• Philanthropy Friday: A Pearl of Fair Trade

  
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  Each Friday, the another jennifer blog shares stories of those who incorporate philanthropy into their everyday lives – personally and professionally – in a creative and unique way. If you have a story you’d like to share, please  contact Jennifer . You can view past posts from the series here . ...
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• Su plays Samson

  
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  Soon to be WOSA ex-CEO Su Birch is now playing Samson in Sweden, attempting to pull down the temple of SA wine around her ears. She tweeted yesterday “good meeting at Systembolaget today. They are pleased that Vinpro is again supporting the Wieta audits. So is WOSA!” Pity that many farmers disagree or would if ...
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• The Noble Sewing Machine Project

  
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  Looking for a good cause? Want to contribute to humanity in your own little way? Then take a look at the Sewing Machine Project, which is the brainchild of  entrepreneur and creative activist Jenelle Montilone. The eco entrepreneur has collaborated with Bernina of America to be part of the  Give Back Get Back ...
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• School Uniform from Trutex Review

  
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  Rowan recently started going to school part time in preparation for starting full time in September.  It was so hard to imagine him going off to school although it has been very obvious that he has been ready for the last six months.  For him school couldnt come quick enough.   As he is a bit smaller than ...
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• Women Empowered

  
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  VavaVida works with Project Concern International Project Concern International , or PCI for short, is an amazing San Diego based non-profit organization… and we’re lucky to work with them. We chose to work with PCI because we feel they reflect our values and our goals best. Their mission is to go where they ...
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• FareFashion: BIG Green Week Launch Party!

  
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  Join FareFashion for their BIG Green Week Launch Party! Time: June 15, 2013 from 7:30pm to 11pm Location: City Hall, Bristol, UK Organized By: FareShare South West and Bristol Fairtrade Event Description: When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm Where: City Hall, Bristol Admission: £25 About: ...
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• New in the shop Tagua Nut necklaces

  
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  A beautiful POP of color with the Multi Colored Tagua necklace. This piece has 5 Tagua Nuts that are attached to a beautiful 18 inch chunky sterling silver chain. This necklace is a One Of A Kind as each Tagua nut is slightly different, you will receive the necklace pictured. Tagua Nuts – also known as ...
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• Let Vinpro Vote

  
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  There are angry mutterings from farmers on the Wrong Side of the Mountain over attempts by Vinpro to revive Wieta, the ethical trading initiative which exploded spectacularly in the November farmworker riots when Vinpro “placed a moratorium on its support of Wieta as an accreditation vehicle until further notice. ...
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• Cross Country Cafe K-Cup Deals: Green Mountain Fair Trade Blueberry Coffee and Twinings Peppermint Tea!

  
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  Cross Country Cafe has a couple great  Wacky Wednesday Sales  going on today: Twinings Pure Peppermint Tea 24-Pack K-Cups  - Only $9.99 (Reg. $11.49) Green Mountain Fair Trade Wild Mountain Blueberry Coffee 24-Pack K-Cups  - Only $11.99 (Reg. $13.75) Blueberry coffee doesn’t sound very appealing, but ...
  6 days ago

• Fairtrade shirts for grooms

  
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  This month we’ve been inspired by one of the coolest ethical and fair trade brands in men’s bridal fashion. Our favourite shirt maker,  Arthur and Henry , produces beautiful fair trade shirts in organic cotton. We wanted to find out more about them so we collared (sorry) company owner (also “chief herder ...
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• The World’s Most Sustainable Retailer? Marks & Spencer’s 2013 Plan A Report

  
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  The annual “Plan A” update from Marks & Spencer outlines what the company has done to mitigate its impact on society and on the environment. The post The World’s Most Sustainable Retailer? Marks & Spencer’s 2013 Plan A Report appeared first on Triple Pundit: People, Planet, Profit .
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• Win an Arthur & Henry organic men’s shirt

  
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  Arthur & Henry believe every man needs a good shirt. Named after the founders’ grandfathers Arthur & Henry harks back to the days when a shirt was both an every day item of clothing and something special to be treasured. Arthur & Henry shirts are made to last.   They’re also made from organic ...
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• Don Pablo’s Fair Trade Coffee #Giveaway (US ends 6/15)

  
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  Indulge in Don Pablo’s Fair Trade Coffee Treat yourself to at least 16 ounces of  fair trade coffee and stimulate the part of the brain that processes positive words, according to German researchers. Let’s face it who couldn’t use a little more optimism in their inner self? Indulge away…drink one more cup ...
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• Banana shortage looms as Colombian workers vote to strike over pay

  
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  More than one in five bananas imported into the UK are grown in Colombia and campaign groups say they are sold too cheaply Breakfast lovers and tennis players look away now. The UK faces a shortage of bananas, after 18,000 Colombian workers voted to strike over pay. The campaign group Banana Link is predicting that ...
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• Banana shortage looms as Colombian workers vote to strike over pay

  
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  More than one in five bananas imported into the UK are grown in Colombia and campaign groups say they are sold too cheaply Breakfast lovers and tennis players look away now. The UK faces a shortage of bananas, after 18,000 Colombian workers voted to strike over pay. The campaign group Banana Link is predicting that ...
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• Five Ethical Suppliers to Support in Bangladesh

  
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  In light of recent negative focus on manufacturing in Bangladesh, the Ethical Fashion Forum has stressed the importance of continued trade with ethical initiatives in the country, pointing out that less trading could be as equally damaging for the country’s garment industry as unethical trading has been. In a ...
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• A Closer Look at Fair Trade Products

  
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  I recently had the opportunity to go along with Whole Foods on a trip to DiveMex Fair Trade Pepper Farm in Mexico.  It was a day packed with activity and learning. What Are Fair Trade Products? In case you are unfamiliar with what Fair Trade means, here is more about it in the words of Fair Trade USA : ...
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• Divine Milk Chocolate With Toffee & Sea Salt

  
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  If you read my write-up about my recent trip to Halen Môn in Anglesey , you’ll know I’m a bit of a fan of the chocolate and sea salt combination. A good quality salt has the amazing ability to lift the natural flavour notes in chocolate to new levels, be it milk or dark. Divine Chocolate have chosen to ...
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