by mledger | Mar 8, 2022 | Blog
Celebrating International Women’s Day and Fair Trade For over 24 years, Fair Trade USA has worked to provide opportunities for systemically marginalized individuals and communities to gain access to markets on a fair playing field – unlocking the ability to lead...
by mledger | Mar 1, 2022 | Blog
Since 1998, Fair Trade USA™ has empowered producers, promoted sustainable livelihoods, enabled more transparent business operations, and improved supply chain practices. The purchase of products with the Fair Trade Certified™ seal has generated $846 million to...
by pasquale@sageha.us | Feb 11, 2022 | Where to Find Fair Trade
Find Fair Trade Produce We love our local farmers market because it makes us feel more connected to the source of our food. In the same way, fair trade is like a global farmers’ market. You can meet the people behind your produce, learn about their lives, and...
by mledger | Dec 9, 2021 | Blog
This year’s virtual summit brought together sustainability champions, operational and sourcing leaders, and marketing teams from the apparel and home goods industry. In 2010, Fair Trade USA piloted the first-of-its-kind Fair Trade Certified™ factory standard...
by pasquale@sageha.us | Nov 17, 2021 | Blog
Every October, advocates, be they conscious consumers or businesses, mobilize to support the fair trade movement during Fair Trade Month and I’m reminded of the power of collective action. As I unwrap my tiny Fair Trade Certified™ chocolate while I dip into my...
by pasquale@sageha.us | Nov 10, 2021 | Blog
I recently returned from the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Expo 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana, where I represented Fair Trade USA. We participate in the SCA Expo every year to advance our mission and support the roasters, retailers, importers and exporters,...
by pasquale@sageha.us | Oct 27, 2021 | Blog
Ensuring worker rights and protections are a top priority in dairy It has been five months since Fair Trade USA officially launched its fair trade certification program for the U.S. dairy industry and the response and initial results have been resoundingly positive....
by pasquale@sageha.us | Oct 4, 2021 | Blog
Last week, I went on my first family vacation since the pandemic began. I was reminded what it was like to share daily meals, to give out hugs liberally, to celebrate without fear, and to pack and get excited about what I was going to wear beyond my daily rotation of...
by pasquale@sageha.us | Jun 17, 2021 | Blog
Dear Friend of Fair Trade, 2020 was a challenging year for all of us. We all have friends or family members who were hurt by Covid and its economic fallout. And around the world, the crisis continues, reminding us of how fortunate we are and calling us to do more....
by pasquale@sageha.us | Apr 26, 2021 | Where to Find Fair Trade
Fair trade fashion is for everyone. Find brands and retailers that offer Fair Trade Certified™ factory-made styles. Your clothing should express who you are: your unique personality, your style, your values. We wear fair trade to know confidently we’re making the kind...
