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Fairtrade is a simple way to make a difference to the lives of the people who grow the things we love. We do this by changing the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fair deal for farmers and workers in developing countries.

Fairtrade is unique. We work with businesses, consumers and campaigners. Farmers and workers have an equal say in everything we do. Empowerment is at the core of who we are.

We have a vision: a world in which all producers can enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential and decide on their future.

Our mission is to connect disadvantaged producers and consumers, promote fairer trading conditions and empower producers to combat poverty, strengthen their position and take more control over their lives.

There are over 1.65 million farmers and workers in 1,226 producer organisations across the Fairtrade system.

Costa Rica

Colombia

India

Tanzania

Sri Lanka

Saint Lucia

Uganda

Malawi

Ghan

Mali

Ethiopia

Nicaragua

Bolivia

Kenya

Mexico

Guatemala

Belize

Peru

Honduras

Dominican Republic

Vietnam

Côte d’Ivoire

South Africa

Argentina

Paraguay

Papua New Guinea

Costa Rica

BUYING FAIRTRADE BANANAS

One in three bananas bought in the UK is Fairtrade and it makes a huge difference to thousands of farmers, workers and their families.

The price of a banana bought in a UK supermarket has dropped from around 18p a decade ago to just 11p now. The result is that for farmers and workers in countries like Colombia and the Dominican Republic, growing bananas for a living is becoming unsustainable.

But buying Fairtrade bananas in the UK means that producers are guaranteed a minimum price, get an extra premium to invest in their community and have improved workplace conditions and protection.

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