Fair trade labeling: At issue: Is fair trade the best way to help poor farmers?
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A debate is presented on whether fair trade is the best way to help poor farmers. While an expert believes that fair trade practices empower poor farmers in developing countries by ensuring them an income and market access, another suggests that fair trade might not achieve its stated economic and ethical claims, as it is dependent on inefficient and unaccountable cooperative structures.
Publication Name: CQ Researcher
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1056-2036
Year: 2007
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Fair trade labeling: Proliferating labels
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An increasing number of labels certifying fair trade practices are entering the market, as a move against the perceived inadequate practices of the original Transfair label and the slowness of the process. The proliferation of labels is seen as a positive sign that the market is recognizing consumer demand for fair working conditions and trade practices.
Publication Name: CQ Researcher
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1056-2036
Year: 2007
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