All Ethical trade articles – Page 23
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No-deal Brexit ‘disastrous’ for Fairtrade farmers
Reverting to WTO terms could result in lower prices, smaller Fairtrade volumes and reduced wages for growers in developing nations, foundation warns
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MGE pioneers Fairtrade fruit in India
Asia Fruit Logistica: Girish Sarda talks about building a sustainable model for mango, grape and pomegranate exports
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One Banana battles poverty
Company's 2017 Living Wage programme aims to fight poverty in Guatemala, with a concept going beyond that of a minimum wage
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Carrot growers call for ‘lasting change’ to crop use model
Producers urge more retailers to follow Asda’s lead in adjusting specs and usage model after nightmare growing conditions
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Supermarkets reveal commitments to drought-hit growers
Six of Britain's top nine retailers outline measures taken to support growers through weather-related supply difficulties
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Carrefour debuts new organic area
New Bio Experience department at its Chambourcy hypermarket includes local, seasonal and responsibly sourced produce
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Lawsuit says Walmart stole freshness tech
Tech firm Zest Labs accuses retailer of copying its Zest Fresh system to develop project of its own called Eden
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Asda ‘treats suppliers worst’ among Big Four
Iceland finishes bottom overall in Groceries Code rankings, while Aldi tops leader board for fifth year in a row
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Aldi backs new plants and flowers pledge
NFU Plants and Flowers Pledge challenges retailers to sell more British flowers and ensure fair relationships with growers
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"Organic food is cheaper for society"
The Soil Association's Peter Melchett said recent views from Syngenta boss on necessity of GM and pesticides were 'outdated and wrong'
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Fyffes recognised for Fairtrade dedication
Group receives CLAC award for commitment to Fairtrade practices in the banana sector
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Fairtrade to investigate Kenyan picker wages
The group has responded to Mail on Sunday claims of flowers sold in UK retailers being picked by workers below 'living' wage
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VBT flags progress on sustainability
The Belgian association of horticultural cooperatives has released its third sustainability report laying out the successes of the Responsibly Fresh label
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Citrus chief hits out at "political posturing"
CGA's Justin Chadwick says the organisation will continue to support workers while working to head off unrest
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Pink Lady continues growth
Despite the tough trading environment and the company’s focus on CSR commitments, Pink Lady apples have recorded strong sales this season
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One Banana on climate change mission
Sustainable banana grower-shipper is stepping up its efforts to accelerate climate change action in Guatemala
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Aldi helps out supplier in potato glut
Discounter bought 700,000 potatoes from its supplier Puffin Produce to help prevent waste
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Tesco closer to 'closed packaging loop'
The retailer is reaching out to the government to help build national recycling infrastructure across the UK
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15 years of growth for LEAF Marque
The sustainable farming group unveiled their education arm LEAF Education on their 15th anniversary
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Berry growers running for food charity
Scottish producers Angus Soft Fruits are doing their bit for the community by raising cash for food banks and donating berries