Fair trade facts for kids
Fair trade is a special way of doing business that helps people in poorer countries get a fair deal for the products they make. It's like a big team effort to make sure workers are treated well, paid fairly, and can improve their lives. This also helps protect our planet.
Fair trade helps people in countries that are still developing sell their products to people in richer countries. This includes things like handmade crafts and farm products. Some common fair trade items are coffee, chocolate, bananas, and tea.
When a product has a fair trade certificate, it means it follows special rules. These rules are about being fair to workers and good for the environment. Products with this certificate can use the Fairtrade symbol on their packaging. This helps you know you are buying something that supports fair trade.
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How Fair Trade Helps People
Fair trade helps people in many ways. It makes sure that farmers and workers get a fair price for their hard work. This means they can earn enough money to live better lives. They can also plan for their future.
Better Working Conditions
Fair trade also focuses on good working conditions. This means workers are safe and treated with respect. It helps stop unfair practices like very low wages or unsafe workplaces. Fair trade believes everyone deserves to work in a good environment.
Helping the Environment
Another important part of fair trade is protecting the environment. Fair trade encourages farmers to use methods that are good for the Earth. This might mean using less harmful chemicals or saving water. It helps keep our planet healthy for everyone.
What Kinds of Products are Fair Trade?
Many different products can be fair trade. You might find fair trade items in your local store.
Common Fair Trade Goods
Some of the most common fair trade products come from farms. These include:
- Coffee
- Cocoa (used to make chocolate)
- Sugar
- Tea
- Bananas
- Honey
- Cotton
- Fresh fruit
- Flowers
You can also find fair trade crafts and other manufactured goods. Even some minerals like iron can be fair trade.
Why is Fair Trade Important?
Fair trade is important because it helps fight poverty. It gives people in developing countries a chance to earn a stable income. This can help them send their children to school or get better healthcare.
Making a Difference
When you choose fair trade products, you are helping to make a difference. You are supporting a system that values people and the planet. It's a way to shop that helps create a more fair and sustainable world for everyone.
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Fair Trade teas
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Fairtrade bananas from the Dominican Republic
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Three young Nicaraguan women demonstrate to visiting U.S. buyers and consumers the use of organic soil testing methods.
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Fair trade goods sold in worldshops
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Cafedirect coffee shop on Regent Street in central London.
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Oxfam shop on Drury Lane in Covent Garden, London
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Fair trade coffee beans being sorted
See also
In Spanish: Comercio justo para niños
