On 25th February 2017, on the eve of Fairtrade Forthnight, announced that it is to become the first UK retailer to sell and use only Fairtrade cocoa in all of its products. Working in partnership with the Fairtrade Foundation to create a new sourcing model, Co-op has now thrown down the gauntlet to other food retailers calling on them to follow its lead in increasing their commitment to Fairtrade cocoa farmers. Landmark Move The landmark move means that all cocoa in Co-op’s own-brand ranges will be bought entirely through a new retail-ready version…
Read MoreCo-op announces it’s the first UK retailer to source 100% Fairtrade cocoa.
