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A World of Cooperatives

13 December 2018 by Hans Theyer, Executive Director

There’s an indelible connection between grocery co-ops and independent retailers in the United States and the small-scale farmers around the world who have banded together to improve lives in their communities through Fairtrade.
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Drip, drip, Drop: Tumbling coffee price puts farmers in peril

25 September 2018 by Kyle Freund, Media Manager, Fairtrade America

The global price for coffee hit a 12-year low recently jeopardizing the livelihoods of the 17.7 million small-scale farmers who produce over 80 percent of the world’s coffee. The volatility of international coffee prices leaves many wondering what the future holds for farmers and the industry. Learn more and find out how you can help.
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Kick Off Your Sustainable Fashion Journey with Fairtrade Cotton

25 April 2018 by Kyle Freund, Media Manager

Interest in sustainable fashion is booming as the Fashion Revolution sweeps the globe, but don’t forget about the small-scale cotton farmers at the beginning of most supply chains.
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Kate at Fairtrade America on Dear fashion brands, what are you waiting for? at 01/05/2019 20:39 Thanks for your comment, Deborah! Currently, we have some USA brands who source Fairtrade certified cotton http://www.fairtradeamerica.org/Fairtra...
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