The Fair Trade movement seeks to resist the harmful effects of globalization by cutting out the inefficient middlemen and offering a fair price to farmers when the market price of many commodities does not cover the cost of production. Fair trade allows farmers to cover their costs and support their families, as well as invest back into their communities. It allows small farmers in developing countries to compete with agro-businesses and maintains strict environmental and sustainability standards, ensuring a safe future for their land. Major crops include coffee, cocoa, sugar, tea, rice, and fruit. (read less)

The Fair Trade movement seeks to resist the harmful effects of globalization by cutting out the inefficient middlemen and offering a fair price to farmers when the market price of many commodities does not cover the cost of production. Fair trade allows farmers to cover their costs and support their families, as well as invest back into their communities. It allows small farmers in developing countries to compete with agro-businesses and maintains strict environmental and sustainability... (read more)