We often shop without giving much thought as to where the items come from, how they are produced, by whom, and if they were fairly compensated for their work. With this in mind, we would like to invite you to learn more about Fair Trade and hopefully consider buying only Fair Trade.

Why Switch?
Fair Trade demonstrates a dual concern for the environment and the people who rely on it for their livelihoods.

Ø By keeping farmers from using certain hazardous pesticides, it pushes them to adopt systems that provide sustainable alternatives to chemical-intensive farming. It also encourages the adoption of growing techniques that maintain soil quality and preserve local habitats.

Ø The United Nations estimates that 2.5 billion people in the global south live on less than $2 per day. Fair Trade represents an alternative approach to trade that is rooted in a commitment to cherish and uphold the sacredness and dignity of every person. The Fair Trade system is built on principles that reflect this commitment, it ensures that farmers and workers in the Fair Trade system are paid fairly, regardless of what might be happening to their counterparts in the conventional economy. Fair Trade also promotes mutually respectful long-term trading relationships with disadvantaged producers around the world.