Fair Trade Standards and RequirementsRigorous Fair Trade standards are the way we help brands meet their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, and fulfill our mission to deliver benefits to producers, businesses, and consumers. We have different standards...
Fair Trade Certification Process for Brands and TradersBuying, selling, and manufacturing Fair Trade Certified™ goodsHow you do business has a huge impact on the world. When companies source Fair Trade Certified products, they are choosing a more responsible,...
Why Fair TradeEvery purchase matters in the lives of others. Fair Trade exists to make trade more equitable, ensuring that farmers, workers, and producers are paid fairly, work in safe conditions, and can invest in their communities and futures. We’ll help you...
OAKLAND, Calif., March 30, 2022 — The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world, and today more consumers than ever are revitalizing the global marketplace with their strong commitments to positive social and environmental impacts through their purchasing power. Fair...
The Benefits of Fair Trade for ProducersFair Trade is more than a feel-good choice; it’s a powerful tool for growth and transformation. Fair Trade Certified™ offers farms, factories, or fisheries access to new markets, while enhancing worker morale and motivation and...
Fair Trade for RetailersFair trade isn’t just a way to do good—it’s a way to transform your business, meet sustainability goals, and build resilient and transparent supply chains.What is a Fair Trade Retailer?A Fair Trade retailer is a retail company that sells Fair...
Benefits of Fair Tradefor BusinessesPartnering with Fair Trade Certified™ isn’t just about doing good — it’s about transforming your business. From meeting sustainability goals to strengthening your supply chain, Fair Trade Certification supports a more resilient,...
The Impactof Fair TradeCertificationToday, Fair Trade Certified™ products originating in more than 50 countries are being sold in the United States and beyond. Those purchases unlock transformative social, environmental, and economic impact for communities that need...
How Does Fair Trade WorkFair Trade USA™ takes a systematic approach to defining, measuring, and communicating the impact of our Fair Trade model.It begins with our Theory of Change, a strategic vision outlining how Fair Trade programs contribute to meaningful,...
Fair Trade and the Sustainable Development GoalsWhat is an SDG?The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a call for action by all countries to promote prosperity while protecting the planet. Adopted in 2015, the 17 SDGs form the core of the UN’s...
