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New Fairtrade study demonstrates that smallholder coffee farming practices are more climate friendly than large scale plantations

Stuart Mitchell

Small-scale coffee in Latin America are on average more environmentally friendly than large-scale plantations, new Fairtrade research released ahead of International Coffee Day, Tuesday 1st October 2024, shows. However, large plantations, which often produce coffee using unshaded monoculture, mechanisation and chemical inputs, are in a better position to quickly respond to market and legislative changes. The Fairtrade study, Understanding the Climate and Environmental Impacts of Smallholder Coffee Farming, investigated existing academic and sectoral literature regarding the environmental sustainability of small-scale coffee production in five Latin American countries – Brazil, Colombia,…

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ALDI launches Fairtrade cocoa project

Stuart Mitchell

ALDI proudly continues to support its long-term Fairtrade partner and cocoa cooperative ECAMOM driving impactful initiatives aimed at fostering women’s empowerment, tackle child labour, enhancing financial inclusion, and ensuring sustainable agricultural practices to support readiness for EUDR. In 2020, the ALDI SOUTH Group, Fairtrade, the chocolate manufacturer Storck and the cocoa cooperative ECAMOM in Côte d’Ivoire established a strategic working relationship which resulted in annual Impact Reports. Through these impact reports, ECAMOM collected data from its 3,800 cocoa farmers on how the Fairtrade premium, received for the cocoa sold to…

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Fairtrade is a strong partner in protecting forests and deforestation prevention, new study finds

Stuart Mitchell

Fairtrade certified cocoa and coffee cooperatives are in an advantageous position when it comes to protecting forests and complying with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) that will start to take effect at the end of this year, according to a new study by Fairtrade. Called “The Effect of Fairtrade on Forest Protection and Deforestation Prevention,” the study found that several factors contribute to the better positioning of Fairtrade cooperatives, especially their compliance with the Fairtrade Standards that guide them to implement key forest protection measures and that align with the…

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CO-OP Extends Fairtrade Roses Commitment In Retail First

Stuart Mitchell

Co-op has become the first UK retailer to move its entire range of fresh cut roses to be 100% Fairtrade, in a major milestone marking the 30th year anniversary of the Fairtrade mark.   The leading convenience retailer is the largest seller of Fairtrade flowers in the UK, selling more than 71 million Fairtrade stems in 2023.  The roses, which are sourced from Fairtrade farms from Kenya and Ecuador reaffirm Co-op’s commitment to Fairtrade, alongside an ongoing dedication to high quality, premium flowers.  In celebration of Fairtrade’s 30th anniversary, a new…

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Fairtrade award granted to largest ever number of UK universities

Stuart Mitchell

Twenty-two UK universities have gained Fairtrade status in recognition of their commitment to promoting ethical consumerism and pushing for fairer wages for farmers and workers. The Fairtrade University and College Award has been awarded to UK universities and colleges championing Fairtrade since 2003, and this year’s cohort is the biggest yet. The programme supports institutions to embed ethical and sustainable practices through their curriculums, procurement, research and campaigns and the Fairtrade University and College Award is jointly delivered by the Fairtrade Foundation and SOS-UK. Sarah Brazier, Head of Campaigns at…

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