The Fairtrade system seeks to ensure fairer terms of trade for disadvantaged farmers and workers in developing countries. The rules and practices of International trade are biased in favour of the rich and powerful companies. Fairtrade helps to redress the balance.
The FAIRTRADE Mark is an independent consumer label that guarantees the product has been traded in accordance with international Fairtrade standards.
The Fairtrade Mark Guarantees
By including Fairtrade certified products in what you buy, sell or serve, you can make a real difference to the farmers and their families living in developing countries.
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Arran is a Fairtrade Island
The Fairtrade tent at the Arran Show.
Traidcraft and other Fairtrade goods on display at the Arran Show, they are also available at many Island outlets. Your choice when you shop makes a difference to the lives of the people who supply the everyday items.
Traidcraft fights poverty through trade, helping people in developing countries to transform their lives.Established in 1979 as a Christian response to poverty, we are the UK's leading fair trade organisation. We run development programmes in some of the poorest countries in the world, and campaign in the UK and internationally to bring about trade justice. www.traidcraft.co.uk
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Fairtrade produce can be obtained or is in use at the following locations. Organisations
Brodick
Cladach
Lamlash
Whiting Bay
Kildonan
Kilmory
Blackwaterfoot
Shiskine
Balmichael
Machrie
Pirnmill
Lochranza
Corrie
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Farmers a fair and stable price for their produce.
Farmers and plantation workers the opportunity to improve their lives.
Greater respect for the environment through sound farming practices.
Small farmers a stronger position in world markets.
A closer link between producers and consumers.
www.arranfairtrade.com
Help Arran's ongoing Fairtrade Campaign
