Fair Trade Your Halloween. In a recent example of this, instead of casting their lot (and their label) with the small-scale dairy farmers who are struggling against increased consolidation in the industry, Fair Trade USA has teamed up with Chobani to pilot a dairy standard focused on farmworkers—a development of which the workers themselves have expressed skepticism. “What’s the difference between all these fair trade labels?” It’s a question we get a lot at Fair World Project. But the real lesson here is that fair trade is much larger than labels. Fair World Project condemns racist acts and police brutality. Phone: (800) 631-9980 Guide to Fair Trade Labels In the U.S. there are 5 widely recognized labels (see below): Fair Trade International, Fair Trade U.S.A., Fair for Life, the World Fair Trade Organization and the Fair Trade Federation. Ces trois Labels ont été créés en 2014 et seront remplacés par les Labels Approvisionnement d'un Ingrédient Fairtrade ci-dessus. You see this Mark on single-ingredient products, such as bananas and coffee. In 2012-2013 sales of Fairtrade certified products grew 15%, although they fell a bit in 2014 (according to this article in The Guardian), which was the first time they fell in 20 years. Fair for Life’s certification system is based on a non product-specified standard. Why do some labels say “Fair Trade Certified Ingredients” or “Fair Trade Certified Factory” and some just say “Fair Trade Certified”? Conventional Chocolate is Scary. The new International Guide to Fair Trade Labels offers both deep analysis and clear rankings to allow buyers to understand what each certification means—and use that information to guide institutional purchasing decisions. The FTF’s principles were developed from the 10 principles of the WFTO (two principles were combined). Practices, Mondelez’ CocoaLife, Nestle’s CocoaPlan, and Nespresso Quality Program AAA. According to their website, over 27,000 products carry the Fairtrade mark, sold in 120 countries. In particular, Fair Trade Federation’s impact is felt throughout North America due to its efforts to promote organizations that are devoted to the. Fairtrade International is probably the most well known fair trade label worldwide. There are labels in the U.S. market that come a little closer to a fair trade vision of shifting the balance of power in supply chains, such as Agricultural Justice Project’s “Food Justice Certified” label. They market their products using the Agri-Ethique and Biopartenaire labels. a significant amount of time both reading and posting comments. The following are some of the largest: In return for membership dues, each organization gains credibility, showing that they follow the fair trade principles in all they do. The Guide distinguishes between “fair trade labels,” “voluntary sustainability programs,” and “sustainable development labels.”  The first include familiar labels such as Fairtrade International, Fair Trade USA, as well as the less familiar Fair for Life, Small Producers Symbol (SPP) labels. The problem is that a standard is not actually constructed to benefit the farmers and workers. The standards are evaluated based on how well they meet the following objectives, grounded in the U.N. Pioneer Valley Worker Center (PVWC) exists to “build power with low-wage and immigrant workers.” Today, they’re connecting workers to the resources they need to build economic justice in their communities. In order for a product to qualify for its fair trade label, Fairtrade International has requirements from field to factory. We’re having this conversation because Nestlé just announced that they are […]. This is perhaps where Fair for Life differs the most from other certifications. As you may have experienced, navigating the various fair trade labels, logos and membership groups associated with the ever-increasing availability of fair trade products can be a bit difficult. Looking at the rankings from high to low, there’s an overarching theme that is very clear: corporate-led programs get low marks (and lots of red bars) across the board. While we can’t say what the near future will hold for fair trade certifications, we have put together a few tips on understanding just what each fair trade logo means. The Guide highlights the growing movement for broadening the use of the term “fair trade” and applying it to products grown and consumed domestically. Fair Trade USA, formerly known as Transfair USA and formerly in association with Transfair Canada, is the most widely known certification group.They are a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization and the labeling agency responsible for the “Fair Trade Certified” black and white logo most often seen on coffee, chocolate, or herbs. Fair trade certification of any kind for apparel manufacturing has met with considerable opposition from labor rights and anti-sweatshop advocates over the years, citing concerns about the viability of an annual inspection to adequately protect workers, and the difficulties of tracking responsibility through long, complex supply chains. Whether it’s a fair trade label or one claiming “sustainable development,” it is abundantly clear how important it is to have the intended beneficiaries (farmers and/or workers) involved at every step of standard writing and implementation to build a strong standard that has true impact for those beneficiaries. Fairtrade International believes that there can be sustainable development that benefits the world’s poorest if trade is equitable and has transparency. But so what, it was still worthwhile! This edition of the International Guide to Fair Trade Labels also includes a section highlighting the two certifications that currently offer a fair trade label for fashion and home goods, Fairtrade International and Fair Trade USA. They also have very different requirements for transparency in labeling, as detailed in the guide. There is a wider variety of fair trade products available today than ever before! Before continuing, it is relevant to note that small-scale fair trade artisans have been making jewelry, handicrafts, fashion accessories, and clothing since the very beginning of the fair trade movement. And there’s a world beyond labels too. Product labels, such as Fair Trade Certified, Fairtrade and Fair for Life, as well as membership in associations like Fair Trade Federation and World Fair Trade Organization, help identify Fair Trade products that are produced according to Fair Trade standards. Determine Minimum Price & Fair Trade Premium, Set Cost of Inspection, Certification, & Licensing, The FTF is a force in the global fair trade movement’s efforts to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable and equitable trading partnerships. In India, traditionally designated a “producing country” by fair traders and colonialists alike, farmers and artisans are developing domestic markets for their goods in dedicated fair trade shops. Instead of working with an existing certification body Fair Trade USA developed their own standards and compliance criteria, which you can access in their Standards Download Center. Instead, from C.A.F.E. How Do We End Child Labor? Organizations from all parts of the fair trade supply chain, can apply to become members. to connect disadvantaged producers and consumers, promote fairer trading conditions and empower producers to combat poverty, strengthen their position and take more control over their lives. Fairtrade is a movement for change that works directly with businesses, consumers and campaigners to make trade fair for farmers and workers. The updated International Guide to Fair Trade Labels provides in-depth analysis of the main fair trade labels in the global marketplace as well as outlines current trends in ethical labeling and the fair trade movement. Indeed, farmworkers in the U.S. are exempt from a number of labor protections granted other workers, including minimum wage and overtime laws, freedom of association and organizing protections, and child labor laws. We stand in solidarity with all those who call for justice. Last fall, the global movement launched the Fair Trade Charter, articulating fair trade values within the context of a world with deepening global inequality and recommitting not just to fairer supply chains but to a vision for sustainable, local development around the globe. Groups selling Fairtrade products are regularly audited by Fairtrade International’s third-party inspector, FLOCERT. Never has the term “fair trade” been more widely used. Reference Guide to Fair Trade and Labor Justice Programs. Thi… Ils vérifient aussi la structuration de l’organisation, ainsi que les mesures mises en place pour la protection de l’environnement et la sécurité des employés. Friday, June 12th, is World Day Against Child Labor. Membership organizations like the World Fair Trade Organization and the Fair Trade Federation are an important part of the fair trade movement. There are also a variety of standards that focus specifically on labor justice for workers which, accurately, avoid using the term “fair trade” to describe what they do. Fairtrade International works to share the benefits of trade more equally – through standards, certification, producer support, programmes and advocacy. Fairtrade International and Fair Trade USA take vastly different approaches to certifying fair trade fashion. The have a network of Fairtrade organizations in 24 countries, including Fairtrade America. It just means there is no system in place to monitor the entire supply chain. This is unfortunate, as the point of fair trade is to offer products that consumers can trust, knowing they were made as fairly as possible. to ensure fair and positive relations between producers and their cooperatives or contracting companies, between workers and their employer, between sellers and buyers on the world market while at the same time ensuring performance of standards. The WFTO is a global association that has formally acknowledged up to 324 producer cooperatives, marketing companies, importers, retailers, and regional and national support organizations as fair trade. We are proud of our membership and of being part of a distinct group of like-minded businesses all fully committed to fair trade. Many articles on certification open with a question or a statement about “labeling fatigue,” how so many of us are overwhelmed or confused by all the certifications and labels out there. More than two decades into the existence of fair trade labeling, there are an abundance of labels on supermarket shelves. Today, some fair trade artisan groups have aligned themselves with the World Fair Trade Organization and their Guarantee System, which is a better model for their small-scale production and mission-centered model. For food, it is simpler – the “materials” for coffee are coffee beans! And some of the labels that call themselves “fair” or “ethical” do not meet those standards. Unfortunately, those labels are some of the most commonly spotted on grocery store shelves here in the U.S. A tee-shirt, made from cotton can be certified, but a bracelet or a journal, however, cannot be at this time. As proud members of the Fair Trade Federation, Fair Trade Winds + Momentum only carry products that are either fair trade certified, or come from producer groups who are also members of the FTF or WFTO. Required fields are marked *, Rainforest Alliance certification is not fair trade. The Fairtrade Mark, as seen on products above, signifies that a fair cost has been paid to small farmers and also a Fairtrade premium above the fair price, which goes towards the social, environmental or economic development of the local community. The international Fairtrade system represents the world's largest and most recognized fair trade system. It also means the product is fully traceable (kept separate from non-certified products) from farm to shelf. The interest of producers, especially small farmers and artisans, is the main focus in all the policies, governance, structures and decision making within the WFTO. By requiring companies to pay sustainable prices (which must never fall lower than the market price), Fairtrade tackles the injustices of conventional trade… The International Guide‘s analysis is rooted in the principles of fair trade and the approach to trade enshrined in the Fair Trade Charter. Your email address will not be published. to create a just and sustainable global economic system in which purchasing and production choices are made with concern for the well-being of people and the environment, creating a world where all people have viable economic options to meet their own needs. Initially, the term “fair trade” applied to products and crops grown or made in the so-called Global South and traded with the Global North. COMPANIES. Looking for these label can help consumers to identify Fair Trade and know that the standards meet their values. Fair Trade USA envisions a world where conscious consumers can achieve a “Fair Trade Lifestyle” and be able to shop ethically in all product categories. Fairtrade certified products are mostly food items like coffee, tea, chocolate, bananas, rice, etc. We were out there, the first to sell fair trade coffee, tea, sugar, juice, honey, chocolate, rubber (the list goes on) way before standards and labels even existed. Fair World Project (FWP) is a non-profit that advocates for fair trade policies that supports small-scale farmers, artisans and workers by promoting organic and fair trade practices and transparent third-party certification. These artisan-made goods have historically not carried a certification label. WFTO is the global network and advocate for Fair Trade, ensuring producer voices are heard. The global focus of the guide also highlights the ways in which a “fair trade” label in a domestic context means something very different in the U.S. than it does in countries like France or India. In France, several small-scale farmer-led initiatives are organizing to tackle low prices, price volatility, and other issues familiar to farmers the world over. Because of their efforts, in 1988 the first bag of Max Havelaar sealed coffee from Mexico was delivered to Holland's Prince Claus, and was launched to be sold in supermarkets throughout Holland. No other certifier does this. Pro Tip: There are many versions of the Fair Trade Certified logo. The supply chains that are getting certified by Fairtrade International and Fair Trade USA are not those of small-scale artisans. And at the same time, more of the Big Food companies have launched their own labels, branding their own corporate social responsibility plans with labels that are light on transparency but heavy on marketing. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): The Guide‘s analysis makes clear: fair trade is a movement that has agreed to some collective definitions and goals. Fair trade certification, at this time, refers to commodities that are grown, and therefore can be monitored at a farm level. Fair Trade USA, formerly known as Transfair USA and formerly in association with Transfair Canada, is the most widely known certification group.They are a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization and the labeling agency responsible for the “Fair Trade Certified” black and white logo most often seen on coffee, chocolate, or herbs. to enable producers to improve their livelihoods and communities through Fair Trade. But the reality is, this confusion isn’t an accident. The first three are certifiers and the last two are membership groups. It’s in the best interest of the many corporate marketers who create new labels and new ad campaigns to keep people confused. Product labels, such as Fair Trade Certified, Fairtrade and Fair for Life, as well as membership in associations like Fair Trade Federation and World Fair Trade Organization, help identify Fair Trade products that are produced according to Fair Trade standards. The point of all the fair trade labels and logos is to help the consumer decide which products to buy, yet there is a fair amount of confusion, sometimes brought on by the very language the certifiers use. By the 1990s every western European country … This doesn’t mean a journal can’t be fairly traded. Fair trade is an arrangement designed to help producers in developing countries achieve sustainable and equitable trade relationships. This new edition of the International Guide to Fair Trade Labels comes at a pivotal moment for the global fair trade movement. Fair Trade USA’s standard on the other hand, only has requirements for the final cut-and-sew stage. Make sure to note which one is on the package so you know exactly what part of the product is fair trade! But what this analysis reminds us is that the problem is not merely that a standard is weak. We seek to alleviate poverty by continually and significantly expanding the practice of trade that values the labor and dignity of all people. Large-scale, plantation-style agriculture in the U.S. has direct roots in slavery and the colonial modes of farming that rely on free and/or very cheap exploited labor. The voluntary sustainability programs surveyed include a range of corporate-led programs that apply strictly to one company’s supply chains, including Starbuck’s C.A.F.E. Let’s dive right in! Address: PO Box 86104, Portland, OR 97286 The most well known Fairtrade certified product in the U.S. is probably Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream. Home | New International Guide to Fair Trade Labels. I appreciate you spending some time and effort to put this information together. There are more than 500 certified Fair for Life products including mangoes, almonds, aloe vera, apples, asparagus, avocados, tea, rice, soaps and shampoos, chocolate, spices, coconut oil, grapes, honey, pears, shea butter, wine and more. Fair Trade USA’s label also lifts up the produce grown on massive, mechanized indoor farms in Arizona marketed under names like Wholesum Harvest—not the food grown by small-scale farmers who have struggled to hold onto their land and access markets. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the threat to children is even greater with poverty on the rise and schools shuttered. These federations coordinate, promote, and facilitate the work of fair trade organizations. They host events, conferences, campaigns and advocate for fair trade. This new edition of the International Guide to Fair Trade Labels comes at a pivotal moment for the global fair trade movement. Through consumer education and advocacy, FWP supports dedicated fair trade producers and brands, and insists on integrity in use of the term “fairness” certifications, labeling and marketing. Another distinguishing aspect of Fair for Life is that they also certify entire companies. Copyright 2018 - Fair Trade Music Services. Les nouveaux Labels Approvisionnement d'un Ingrédient Fairtrade couvrent tous les produits Fairtrade, à l'exception du café et des bananes. Having read this I thought it was really enlightening. This confusion is also a little exciting, though. The fair trade landscape has grown rapidly over the past few years and with that, the number of products available has also grown. Hear from the Native-led initiative that is protecting it. Their models differ, but both include worker organizations at the front and center of their standard-setting and enforcement mechanisms, making them much better equipped to support workers than Fair Trade USA, the most prevalent “fair trade” label in the U.S. domestic market, which has no worker representative spots on their board or advisory committee. The FTF is a force in the global fair trade movement’s efforts to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable and equitable trading partnerships. In particular, Fair Trade Federation’s impact is felt throughout North America due to its efforts to promote organizations that are devoted to the 9 fair trade principles. Including families and dependents, Fairtrade International estimates that six million people directly benefit from Fairtrade.”. Instead, they have been traded by mission-driven small businesses and solidarity enterprises, including the initiatives mentioned above, and countless small businesses such as the ones who, in the U.S., make up the Fair Trade Federation. In addition to other benefits, approximately €86 million was distributed to communities in 2013 for use in community development. When a group is ready to acquire a license to use the Fair Trade Certified label, SCS, the third-party independent certifier, issues the license. Do all the logos, labels & certifications mean the same thing? The Solidaridad informed large audiences of the mistreatment of coffee producers and poor living conditions in developing countries. Here in the U.S., most of what is grown domestically and labeled “fair trade” comes from supply chains that look nothing like those that French labels designate. to enable sustainable development and community empowerment by cultivating a more equitable global trade model that benefits farmers, workers, consumers, industry and the earth. There are also fair trade factories, where all the products made there are certified on the factory level, but there are only a couple. They see fair trade not just as a market, but as a social movement that offers real choice to consumers and real change to farmers and workers. Most food and non-food commodities alike, including raw materials to the finished product can be certified. The standards also differ vastly in terms of requirements for living wages, freedom of association, overtime, and other worker protections.

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