“We try to cope with the effects of climate change, for example, (we) have been receiving training on good agricultural practices, such as intercropping our coffee farms with other crops, which are a source of income and also a source of food. "
Zeddy Rotich, member of Kabngetuny Women in Coffee.
News and Features
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Sewing new solutions during Coronavirus
Article posted: 25 May 2020
Flower Producer Oserian begins manufacturing masks to support its workers and community.
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Fairtrade adds new certification requirement for cocoa and coffee to boost farmer incomes
Press release posted: 20 May 2020
In a move to deepen benefits for farmers, Fairtrade International has announced a new requirement for cooperatives and traders applying for cocoa or coffee certification, taking effect 1 June 2020.
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Creating added value: CONACADO’s journey to bring semi-finished cocoa products to market
Article posted: 18 May 2020
A Fairtrade certified cooperative is embarking on a new business venture: a processing plant for semi-finished cocoa products.
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Fairtrade International signs the UNECE Declaration for Gender Responsive Standards and Standards Development
Article posted: 14 May 2020
Fairtrade International pledges to further ensure gender responsiveness across their standards, underscoring their commitment to empowering women farmers and workers, and helping advance SDG 5 Gender ...
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Bringing relief and resilience to producers: 3.1M EUR in funding announced by Fairtrade International
Article posted: 9 May 2020
In response to COVID-19, the funds are intended to meet immediate needs of farmers, workers and their communities, while establishing a foundation for longer-term recovery.
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Fairtrade producers supporting their communities during COVID-19
Article posted: 7 May 2020
From food parcels and awareness raising, to sanitization of public spaces. In spite of uncertainties, farmers and workers worldwide are helping their communities be stronger against COVID-19.
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Safety first: How farmers and workers are rising to the challenge of COVID-19
Article posted: 6 May 2020
Farmers and workers are another kind of frontline hero keeping global food supplies going, while also facing challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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In times of COVID: Fairtrade Heroes adjusting their work to a new normal
Article posted: 4 May 2020
We are highlighting how our “Fairtrade Heroes” are coping in their workplaces and communities. Today, an interview with Freddy from Coobamag banana coop in Colombia.
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International Labour Day: Recognizing the importance of collaboration between union representatives and employers in Uganda
Article posted: 1 May 2020
International Labour Day: Recognizing the importance of collaboration between union representatives and employers in Uganda
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Fairtrade Together: COVID-19 Briefing on 27 April 2020
Article posted: 27 Apr 2020
Read how COVID-19 is affecting Fairtrade producers in flowers, bananas, coffee, cocoa, tea, cotton and sugar, and how they are supporting their communities..
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