FairTrade fortnight is underway. Fairtrade is about better prices, better working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world.

By requiring companies to pay sustainable prices (which mustn’t fall lower than the market price), Fairtrade addresses the injustices of conventional trade, which traditionally discriminates against the poorest, weakest producers.

Fairtrade enables producers to improve their position and have more control over their lives.

Commuters passing through some of the UK’s biggest railway stations will be able to join in an array of exciting activities to highlight this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight. The two-week annual campaign (25 Feb – 9 March) celebrating Fairtrade products will see action-packed events taking place around the countryFairtrade has never been an easier choice for commuters, with Virgin Trains, Virgin Atlantic, Ryan Air, Midland Mainline, and cafes and restaurants in stations and airports across the UK serving Fairtrade drinks and snacks.  Sales of Fairtrade products in the foodservice sector are now growing faster than within retail.  Sales of roast and ground coffee alone grew by 98% in 2006.  Demand for greater availability of Fairtrade products outside supermarkets and shops is rising significantly. In a recent OC&C online consumer survey, 65%of respondents said Fairtrade products should be more available out of home, not just on shop shelvesCheck out our fair trade categories and explore a number of merchants that are celebrating fairtrade fortnight with special offers. Find Fairtrade Home & Garden products here & here - Find Fairtrade Clothing & Accessories here - Fairtrade Gifts here , Fairtrade Jewellery here & Fairtrade Toys here

Simply Fair is a shop that offers only fairtrade products

Browse some Fair Trade Productshere - Please wait while window opens

Other Shops stocking Fair trade products include: Nigel’s Ecostore / Ethical Superstore

Scientists warn that continued abuse of dwindling Tuna stocks could lead to a crash in Tuna populations similar to that happening to cod. Speaking at the “Last Best Chance for Tuna: Learning from the Cod Collapse” symposium at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) on February 18th 2008, leading natural scientists explored the lessons learned from cod population collapse and recommended urgent actions to prevent further declines in tuna populations.

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