There’s happiness in the cooperative! Before [Fairtrade] we didn’t earn enough. Now when I get ill the coop looks after me. Before people came, bought our cocoa and we never saw them again.
Issouf Traore, cocoa farmer, ECOOKIM - ECOJAD, Côte d'Ivoire
News and Features
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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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Setting the standard for a Fashion Revolution
Article posted: 24 Apr 2020
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Fashion industry: Don't forget cotton farmers during the coronavirus pandemic
Article posted: 23 Apr 2020
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COVID-19 reminds us it's time for a new Fashion Revolution
Article posted: 23 Apr 2020
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Fairtrade calls for G20 support to help farmers and workers fight COVID-19
Article posted: 22 Apr 2020
CEOs of Fairtrade organizations across the globe call on G20 leaders to help protect farmers and workers in developing countries from the worst effects of the COVID-19 crisis.
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