Fair Trade USA

The countdown is on! We’re gearing up for the annual Private Label Trade Show in Chicago from November 17-19, 2024--stop by booth #F7801 to say hello! Missed our booth? No problem, meet us for a drink at the Velocity Institute’s annual Bold Bash. 📅 Date: Mon, Nov 18, 2024 ⏰ Time: 4 PM - 6 PM 📍 Location: Joe’s Live Rosemont - 5441 PARK PLACE, ROSEMONT, IL 60018 Save the info: https://lnkd.in/egrNASyE We can't wait to see you there! #PLMA2024 #FairTradeCertified #PrivateLabel

The Fair Trade Certified Seafood program is one of the only seafood standards in the world that includes social sustainability. Our holistic standards cover social, economic, and environmental impact--and aim to improve income, ensure worker safety, and protect habitats, building resilient supply chains. Leslie Simmons, the Senior Director of Business Development for the Fresh Goods Team at Fair Trade USA sat down with SeafoodSource to share how our unique model of seafood certification is making a global impact: https://lnkd.in/gArzgSPB #FairTradeUSA #FairTradeCertified #seafood #fisheries #sustainableseafood

We were thrilled to have Felipe Arango and Sugumar Raman represent Fair Trade USA at #COP16, the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, in Cali, Colombia. Connecting with leaders from Fair Trade Producer organizations to share our goals and impact is always inspiring. We collaborated with Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) to highlight the impact of regenerative agricultural practices and the significant investments made through Fair Trade Premiums— since 2014 over $2 million USD has been generated for producers in the Colombian states of Cauca and Nariño alone. These funds have increased access to potable water, provided crop insurance, empowered disaster relief, and secured pension plans for farmers. Fair Trade USA partners like Nespresso and the National Federation of Colombian Coffee Growers show the stark impact that commitment can drive. Our key takeaways from COP16: 🌱 Fair Trade USA will integrate TNFD’s nature impact metrics in our revised Fair Trade Agricultural Production Standards in 2025, moving beyond compliance and allowing Fair Trade Certified producer organizations to demonstrate social, economic, and environmental outcomes. 🌱We will continue to leverage the TNFD LEAP Framework to better manage nature-related risks and opportunities within our producer support activities. 🌱We aim to advance agency and financial resources to indigenous and rural communities, fostering resilience and driving just, nature-positive outcomes. #FairTradeUSA #TNFD #COP16 #JustTransition #IndigenousLeadership #COP16Colombia #BiodiversityConservation #NaturePositive #PurchaseWithPurpose #FairTrade #PeaceWithNature

Each year, the Global Produce and Floral Show brings industry leaders together to share ideas, showcase successes, and drive innovation—and we just celebrated our 15th year as an exhibitor! This year we sponsored the Women’s Fresh Prospective Breakfast, and co-hosted an Avocado Sustainability Talk event with our partners, GLC Cerritos. Join Teka, a member of Fair Trade USA’s Partner Success Team at the event and get to know some of our incredible partners. What are some of your favorite #FairTradeCertified produce products? Let us know down below ⬇️ #FairTradeUSA #LookForTheLabel #GPFS2024 #sustainability #sustainablesupplychain

Last week, the Fair Trade USA executive leadership team had the opportunity to visit community members in Medellin, Colombia. Meagan Siddiqui recapped their journey and shared incredible photos from the trip! ⬇️

Thrilled to share that Sugumar Raman, with Fair Trade USA, is joining our illustrious lineup of guests this Thursday! He'll be representing the position of certifications in our discussion of #sustainability. Please join us!

Creating lasting, positive change is what Fair Trade Certified is all about. In 2023, we delivered $96 million in financial impact, reaching over 1 million farmers, workers, and their families across more than 50 countries. From enhanced healthcare access in Mexico to educational support in Ethiopia, the stories of Fair Trade impact reach far and wide. To everyone who has supported the Fair Trade mission, we extend our heartfelt thanks. Every voice and every choice for Fair Trade is one step closer to a world that's #FairForAll.   Explore the 2023 annual report to uncover stories of our collective impact. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gZtmb_Nf

NatureSweet is leveraging their Fair Trade USA and B Lab U.S. & Canada commitments to double down on their support of agricultural workers across North America. Through both partnerships, NatureSweet has: 🌱 Provided associates 40% above minimum wage of agricultural workers in Mexico and approximately 25% above the median wage of competitors 🌱 Invested $4 million in livable wages, literacy, and educational opportunities 🌱 Offered eye and dental care to associates, providing first-time care for a large percentage of families Their continuous growth and support shows what’s possible when brands certify their sustainability and social change initiatives. For more on their story and to find out how certification can build business and drive positive change, head over to our blog: #FairTrade #FairForAll #PurchaseWithPurpose #EthicalSourcing #sustainableagriculture

As a Colombian, incredibly proud to see the world meeting in Cali for #COP16 to protect nature and biodiversity. Honored to share the stage with pioneers in biodiversity credits, visionary indigenous leaders from Mexico and Fair Trade USA cofffee farmers from Colombia to showcase the invaluable work they are doing to improve the livelihoods in their communities and to live in the right relationship with nature. Gratitude to the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) for the invitation and to our partners Nestlé Nespresso SA and National Federation of Colombian Coffee Growers for making it happen. Come join us if in Cali tomorrow.

We're thrilled to celebrate 10 years of partnership with Patagonia! 🎉 In the past decade, Patagonia has contributed over $31 million in Fair Trade Community Development Funds, positively impacting more than 85,000 workers. Patagonia now sources more than 90% of its products from Fair Trade Certified factories, supporting safe working conditions and more sustainable livelihoods for workers, families, and communities. As we mark #FairTradeMonth this October, we’re reminded of the power of collaboration in driving meaningful, scalable change. A heartfelt thank you to Patagonia for your unwavering commitment to ethical labor practices and for leading the way for other companies to join us in creating a world that is #FairForAll. 🌎