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Fairtrade adds Türkiye to its list of producer countries
Fairtrade announces that Turkey is now a producer country, meaning raw materials for certified products can be sourced in Western Asia.
Fairtrade University and College Award Winners 2025
Twelve universities have achieved the prestigious Fairtrade University and College Award in 2025 continuing to champion ethical consumption and global…
Fairtrade CEO and Fairtrade Africa comment on new UK Trade Strategy
Commenting on the Government’s new trade strategy Fairtrade Foundation CEO Eleanor Harrison. “With this trade strategy the UK government has…
Sainsbury’s to convert all ‘by Sainsbury’s’ black tea to Fairtrade
In an exciting new commitment, all by Sainsbury’s black tea is now proudly Fairtrade.
As a result of the move, tea farmers and workers will earn an estimated £1,000,000 annually in Fairtrade Premium, and Sainsbury’s is projected to become the largest retailer of Fairtrade tea in the UK.
Fairtrade Foundation’s CEO comments on Government Spending Review
Commenting on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spending Review, Fairtrade Foundation’s CEO Eleanor Harrison said:
Fairtrade Foundation launches new tea campaign to encourage Brits to Brew it Fair
New Fairtrade report calls on UK Government businesses tea sector and tea drinkers to take action for fairer tea
Fairtrade remains the “go-to” ethical label for shoppers thanks to its clear link to responsibly made products
Once again Fairtrade is the most visible and trusted ethical label in the UK for shoppers of all ages especially…
Fairtrade’s Senior Policy Manager comments on UK-India trade deal
Sophia Ostler Senior Policy Manager at the Fairtrade Foundation said: “At Fairtrade we welcome the dedicated chapters on gender equality…
The Fairtrade Foundation comments on Sainsbury’s tea returning to Fairtrade label
Commenting on the news that Sainsbury’s will convert all ‘by Sainsbury’s’ black tea to Fairtrade, Kerrina Thorogood said:
The Fairtrade Foundation’s response to President Donald Trump’s recent trade tariff announcement
Commenting on President Donald Trump’s recent trade tariff announcement Fairtrade Foundation’s Senior Policy Manager Sophia Ostler said: “The global impact…