Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here we provide answers to a few of the common questions people have about Fairtrade. Look around our site for much more information!

General questions

  • What is Fairtrade?

  • What is the Fairtrade Minimum Price?

  • What is the Fairtrade Premium?

  • What are the Fairtrade Standards?

  • How does Fairtrade benefit farmers and workers

Engaging with Fairtrade

  • I'm a farmer/agricultural worker. How can I join Fairtrade?

  • My business is interested in selling/sourcing Fairtrade products. How do I get started?

  • Where can I find Fairtrade products to buy?

  • Why doesn't Fairtrade include farmers in the global North?

Basic clarifications

  • What is the difference between Fairtrade and Fair Trade?

  • Is Fairtrade USA part of Fairtrade?