All Ethical trade articles – Page 6
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NewsClimate financing top of agenda at Cop29
As talks begin in Azerbaijan for Cop29, climate financing in the developing world is the number one priority for NGOs, while support for global offsetting schemes fades
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CommentComment: A pivotal moment for the banana industry
Business urgently needs fair prices, mutual transparency, and a shift away from over-certification, says Banana Link’s international coordinator
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NewsFruit and veg lead sales at Rewe’s ‘fully plant-based’ store
Bananas and cucumbers in top ten most-purchased items at Voll Pflanzlich, which stocks exclusively vegan-friendly products
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NewsFrance’s INAO to launch campaign highlighting quality and origin marks
The national institute of origin and quality in France is set to promote signs identifying the quality and origin of produce to the general public for the first time
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NewsUS customs confiscate prohibited fruit marked as limes and chayote
Container seized at south-east Texas border crossing point after officials carried out cargo inspection
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NewsFyffes builds Belize health clinic
Group says the project reflects its commitment to the sustainable development of the communities in which it operates
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NewsChiquita launches 2024/25 Sustainability Report
Fresh produce giant says it is reinforcing its commitment to ’Behind the Blue Sticker’ strategy and climate action
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NewsCourt rejects Chiquita’s appeal against Colombia ruling
US federal court’s June 2024 judgement upheld, leaving company liable for millions of dollars in compensation payments
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NewsRoadmap agreed for living wages in Côte d’Ivoire
Following a three-year programme backed by retailers including Lidl and Tesco, a roadmap for negotiating living wages throughout the banana supply chain in Côte d’Ivoire has been approved
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NewsCinemas to spotlight vital role of small-scale farmers
World Food Day takes place on 16 October, and IFAD has teamed up with the Global Cinema Advertising Association to highlight the importance of small-scale farmers in feeding the world
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NewsConsumer group questions retail prices for fruit and veg
Cyprus Consumers’ Association cites government data to suggest margins on fresh produce prices are “unreasonably high”
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NewsDel Monte makes sustainability progress
The report highlights sustainability milestones, including an early achievement of SBTi-approved targets for Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas reductions
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NewsPALS marks anniversary by looking to the future
Already heralded as South Africa’s most successful agricultural reform initiative, PALS is celebrating ten years of creating new opportunities for people all over the country
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NewsNature’s Pride drives CO2 reduction and WASH initiatives
Group joins with Berries Pride to take “significant steps” in increasing the sustainability of avocado and blueberry production
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NewsSanLucar receives CSR award
Company is recognised by the Valencia Chamber of Commerce for the corporate responsibility that it practices worldwide
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NewsFairtrade creates “resilient” banana supply chains
The minimum price for Fairtrade bananas at ‘ex-works’ level is to increase by an average of 3.6 per cent compared to 2023
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NewsEosta switches to seafreight for Peruvian Ataulfo mangoes
The delicate Ataulfo mango, previously only transported by air from Peru, is now available by sea, according to Dutch organics distributor Eosta
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News‘Options limited’ for importers as US port strike continues
Suppliers and distributors hope for speedy resolution to dispute as shipments are diverted – some to destinations outside country
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NewsSanLucar sticks with Stuttgart for Champions League promo
Wide range of branded fresh and prepared fruit part of new campaign to promote healthy eating and support social causes
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NewsPort strike to hit US East Coast for first time since 1977
First shutdown of East Coast and Gulf Coast import-export hubs for almost 50 years expected to hamper fruit trade flows