All Ethical trade articles – Page 31
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ArticleRainforest Alliance suspends Grupo Acón
The certification body says company discriminates against workers who join a trade union
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ArticleNew horizons for SH Pratt Group
The SH Pratt Group continues to invest for the future with a groundbreaking new business venture at London Gateway looking at opportunities outside of bananas. Nina Pullman paid a visit to the company’s Luton headquarters
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ArticleDutch supplier pioneers climate neutral products
Retail supplier Superunie has become climate neutral on some lines by reducing and offsetting carbon emissions in supply chain
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ArticleSustainable food systems are ‘within our control’
Former IFAD president says separating climate change from food systems is 'wrong' as Trump pulls out of Paris climate agreement
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ArticleCool Fresh and Capespan combine
The companies have teamed up with charities in South Africa to address problems in poverty-stricken rural communities
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ArticleExotifruit announces first crop of Fairtrade limes
Citrus importer is expecting first containers of new certified limes to arrive in June with a range of branding and pack sizes available
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ArticleSainsbury’s move away from Fairtrade sparks concern
Organisation has warned of the possible impact if Sainsbury's replicates new 'Fairly Traded' sustainable tea brand on other commodities
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ArticleTru-Cape backs peace movement
South African topfruit marketer is supporting Cape Town’s Peace My City Initiative
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ArticleNew sourcing strategy at Sainsbury’s
Sainsbury’s suppliers will be audited against new sustainability standards linked to UN Sustainable Development Goals
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ArticleCosta Rica suspends Del Monte farm
Pineapple operation run by subsidiary Pindeco has been forced to temporarily close over environmental concerns
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ArticleGlens of Antrim recognised for local support
Northern Irish potato packer has been presented with a Prince’s Trust award for supporting the community and reviving historic variety
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ArticleGrowcom launches Fair Farms Initiative
Industry body for Queensland horticulture has launched a programme to improve fair farm practices across Australia
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ArticleInterview: Lance leads the charge
After a year’s sabbatical, former buyer Amy Lance has joined HelloFresh.Nina Pullman hears her views on everything from low prices to new retail models
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ArticleSustainability summit addresses social impact of food
High-level speakers from Innocent, True Price and Fair Trade Original will speak at the ninth Sustainable Foods Summit
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ArticleFyffes suspended from Ethical Trade Initiative
Banana giant has been suspended from the ETI following an investigation into workers’ rights in Central America
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ArticleTru-Cape supports hunger project
South African retailer and apple giant team up to help hungry people during month of May
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ArticleHazera backs African agri development
Company aims to provide high quality seeds and expertise to support people improving their living conditions
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ArticleUni-Vert co-op goes fair trade
Organic growers group is now the first cooperative in France with both organic and fair trade accreditation
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AnalysisOpinion: How to get more women in produce
Frank maternity discussions could see a better process for women returning to work and gaining senior roles, writes Jo Phillips, director of JW European
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ArticleTesco trials pulp mushroom punnets
Retailer said new packaging is fully recyclable and will absorb moisture leading to fresher mushrooms