Fairtrade Fortnight 27th February to 12 March 2023

We see the Fairtrade label of the food we buy every week such as bananas, coffee and tea. Other products like wine, chocolate, biscuits and flowers are also available under the Fairtrade scheme.

But what does it mean? The Fairtrade Foundation is an independent, not for profit organisation that works with 1.9 million Farmers and Workers across 71 countries to ensure they get fairly paid for their produce and labour. This means that these Farmers and Workers have a decent livelihood to put food on the table regularly, get medical help when needed and educate their families. This Fairtrade Foundation breaks the cycle of poverty by eliminating exploitation by big food corporations.

We are in the middle of Fairtrade Fortnight so it is the perfect time to check out the food you buy and see if you can switch to a Fairtrade alternative. Just look for the Fairtrade Symbol.

There are also a good number of cafes and restaurants serving Fairtrade tea and coffee in Tring.  Please give them your support.  They will be displaying the Fairtrade symbol in their windows.

We are proud that Tring is a Fairtrade Town, and we thank you for your continued support.