The Dominican Republic's organic and Fairtrade boom has helped banana growers but what about the slum-dwelling Haitian migrant workers? Tom Levitt reports on the plight of the forgotten people in the banana trade
… Behind the label: how fair are organic and Fairtrade bananas? Tom Levitt | 28th May 2012 News Fairtrade Bananas Organic Food And Farming … chains The Dominican Republic's organic and Fairtrade boom has helped banana growers but …
Concerns arise over 'Fairwashing' and the need for increased vigilence from the Fairtrade Labelling Organisation in order to acheive trade justice.
… Is Fairtrade still fair? The Ecologist | 1st February 2009 News Green Living Fairtrade Society inthenews.jpg Concerns arise … and the need for increased vigilence from the Fairtrade Labelling Organisation in order to …
According to a Mori poll in March 2004, the fairtrade mark is now recognised by 39 per cent of the British public, up from 11 per cent five years ago. But what difference does fairtrade actually make to the lives of the producers? John Atkin looks at the Nicaraguan community of La Pita who sell half of their coffee on the fairtrade market
… Full of Beans John Atkin | 1st March 2005 News Fairtrade Coffee La Pita Farmers Fair Trade … According to a Mori poll in March 2004, the fairtrade mark is now recognised by 39 per … cent five years ago. But what difference does fairtrade actually make to the lives of the …
Fairtrade farmers urge world leaders to keep their climate promises.
… Fairtrade farmers urging for promises to be … Emily Beament | 6th October 2021 | News COP26 Fairtrade Editor’s Picks fair_trade_farmer.jpg Fairtrade farmers urge world leaders to keep …
London Jewellery Week is kicking off and there’s no shortage of creative talent combining ethics with fashion. Ruth Styles rounds up five designers who are helping to make bijoux green
… | 7th June 2011 Ethical Living Jewellery Gold Fairtrade Ute Decker Cred Jewellery Garrard … change. The launch of the world’s first ever Fairtrade certified gold back in February … gold miners. Harriet Lamb, director of the Fairtrade Foundation said at the time: ‘The …
From deforestation to fertiliser; our taste for coffee has left some of the world’s most precious eco-systems in a precarious state. George Blacksell looks at how the coffee industry is cleaning up its act
… Deforestation Eco-systems Food Amazon Farming Fairtrade Organic Food And Drink holding.jpg … problems, with more than 6.4 million cups of Fairtrade coffee consumed each day, according to the Fairtrade Foundation . Organic coffee sales …
At heart, fair trade is a strategy for poverty alleviation. It creates opportunities for producers in the developing world who have been economically disadvantaged by the conventional trading system and ensures they receive a fair price for their goods, and support and education for sustainable farming practices.
… Behind the eco labels: Fairtrade Pat Thomas | 1st April 2007 Ethical Living Eco Labels Fairtrade Fair Trade Fair-trade Green Living … education for sustainable farming practices. Fairtrade is not the same as organic, though …
Say sayonara to your standard tea and try a cup of one of the Ecologist’s 10 favourite Fairtrade and organic teas. Laura Sevier puts the kettle on
… Top 10...organic and fairtrade teas Laura Sevier | 13th April 2011 Ethical Living Tea Organic Fairtrade Food And Drink Food And Farming … a cup of one of the Ecologist’s 10 favourite Fairtrade and organic teas. Laura Sevier puts …
Divine chocolate has blazed an ethical trail with its pioneering business model and Fairtrade principles. But does ethical also mean green? Divine MD Sophi Tranchell says that for her company, it does
… 2011 Ethical Living Chocolate Green Business Fairtrade Cocoa Food And Farming Green Living … Divine is the UK's biggest Fairtrade chocolate company Divine chocolate … trail with its pioneering business model and Fairtrade principles. But does ethical also …
The Fair Trade Foundation and the Alliance For Responsible Mining join forces to challenge unsustainable gold mining industry in Colombia and Peru
… World's first Fairtrade gold goes on sale in the UK Ruth Styles | 12th February 2011 News Fairtrade Gold Mining Natural World News Society fairtradegold.jpg More than two million child …
From monocultures to deforestation, a cup of coffee can leave a bitter taste. But as Valentina Jovanovski discovered, ethically produced coffee can benefit some of the world’s poorest people and the planet to boot
… Five of the best...Fairtrade and organic coffees Valentina … | 20th June 2011 Ethical Living Coffee Fairtrade Organic Deforestation Monoculture … is to look for shade-grown, organic and Fairtrade coffee. Although the Rainforest …
From habitat loss to human rights abuses; as Jeff Holman discovered, your pepper, saffron and turmeric aren’t quite as innocent as they seem
… Holman | 24th May 2011 Ethical Living Spices Fairtrade Organic Human Rights Habitat Loss … industry become clear. Axel Steenberg, a Fairtrade spice merchant based in the UK, says … to strike back. It’s for this reason that Fairtrade and organic choices are so important …
People Tree’s Safia Minney has come through crises, both financial and natural, buoyed up by the belief that Fairtrade should top the fashion agenda
… Living Fashion People Tree Safia Minney Fairtrade holding.jpg People Tree’s Safia … and natural, buoyed up by the belief that Fairtrade should top the fashion agenda Tweet … in the Tokyo showroom of People Tree , the Fairtrade fashion company she set up in Tokyo …
From scratch-proof gloves to soothing organic balms, Anjuli Koshal rounds up five green gardening essentials that the eco-conscious shouldn’t be without
… Living Gardening Accessories Eco-friendly Fairtrade Green Living holding.jpg From … considerably greener sun hat. People Tree’s Fairtrade straw effort is our favourite. For … natural latex gloves are made from Fairtrade rubber and have a Fairtrade cotton …
From pretty prints to elegant nudes, Valentina Jovanovski has the lowdown on this season’s essential summer dresses
… Ethical Living Summer Dresses Fashion Organic Fairtrade Upcycled Recycled Society … an effort to go green, there’s a plethora of Fairtrade, recycled, upcycled and organic … wedges. Made from 100 per cent organic, Fairtrade cotton and dyed using natural dyes, …
Forget Pimms: eco-friendly cocktails not only taste great, they don’t cause a headache for the planet either. Amy Hall shows you how to give your tipple an eco-friendly spin
… Environmentally Friendly Cocktails Organic Fairtrade Pramia Wrap Wtsa Carbon Trust The … from whisky and gin, are largely imported. Fairtrade is usually the most eco-friendly … option for imported products as the Fairtrade standard requires producers to work …
Laura Rudoe, founder of organic beauty brand, Evolve, discusses superfoods, synthetics and greenwash with Ali Thomas
… 2011 Ethical Living Beauty Evolve Laura Rudoe Fairtrade Organic Society Green Living … Bob Geldof, founder Laura Rudoe has also made Fairtrade a central part of the brand’s ethos … percentage is organically grown. We also use Fairtrade ingredients wherever possible, we …
Sunday is Mother's Day, which for many of us, means flowers. But how green are your blooms and can you really get a bunch that doesn’t come with a price for the planet?
… 2012 Ethical Living Flowers Mother's Day Fairtrade Organic Kenya Carbon Emissions … in terms of fossil fuel consumption. But the Fairtrade Foundation’s Dan Morey believes that … flowers coming from Kenya.’ His solution: buy Fairtrade but even with Fairtrade blooms, …
Upcycled, recycled and 100 per cent green, Ali Gane, owner of online ethical accessories boutique onfriday, rounds up the 10 best eco bags around
… 25th March 2011 Ethical Living Bags Upcycling Fairtrade Fashion Society Green Living … people and is recognised by IFAT, the global Fairtrade organisation. The bag has been … and sophistication, it’s a great example of Fairtrade at its designer best. Find out more: …
Less waste and fewer food miles make homemade Easter eggs the greener alternative to supermarket chocolate. Time to get creative
… Easter Eggs Chocolate Food And Drink Ethical Fairtrade Homemade Food Miles Carbon Footprint … but there’s more you can do. Switching to Fairtrade and organic chocolate is an obvious … causes problems with packaging, although many Fairtrade companies – Divine included – have …
May with its showers and sunshine is always a wardrobe challenge but with these eco-friendly lovelies, it’s simple.
… Jackpot People Tree Serfontaine Asos Organic Fairtrade Society holding.jpg May with its … perfect straight cut jeans in organic cotton. Fairtrade eco-label, Monkey Genes, has a pair … subtle nod to the tribal trend, ASOS Africa’s Fairtrade t-shirt comes in a traditional …
Treat yourself to some chocolate and show your support for Red Nose Day with Fairtrade Dubble chocolate coins
… | 7th March 2011 Ethical Living Chocolate Fairtrade Red Nose Day Divine Dubble Green … and show your support for Red Nose Day with Fairtrade Dubble chocolate coins This years’ … since its launch 11 years ago and supports Fairtrade products as part of its commitment …
Not only are its own products Fairtrade and organic, beauty pioneer Dr Bronner’s is taking on big business to get to the truth about how organic their ranges really are
… Ethical Living Beauty Dr Bronner's Organic Fairtrade Activism holding.jpg Not only are its own products Fairtrade and organic, beauty pioneer Dr … how organic their ranges really are There’s Fairtrade and organic, and then there’s Dr …
'There is enough for everyone’s need, but not for everyone’s greed,’ said Gandhi – but how much does each of us need?
… Ethical Consumer Rainforest Action Network Fairtrade Voluntary Simplicity Clean Clothes … acres of forest around the world. www.ran.org Fairtrade A better, more progressive business … puts people and the planet ahead of profit, Fairtrade ensures producers get a fair price …