Name: Samantha Harmon
Date registered: July 27, 2010
Sep
14
Post Fair Trade Futures Conference Thoughts: Are we competing against each other to capture a share of the market or are we working together to economically empower marginalized workers worldwide? After several days of Fair Trade coffees and chocolates, discussions and debates, the answer is evident. Fair Trade resides at a competitive crossroads-where internal conflicts… Continue reading »
Sep
14
In a conference abuzz with certification debates: IMO “Fair for life” vs. TransFair and FLO vs. other third-party independents, one concept, which does not require a label or licensing fees to legitimize a product is information, transparent traceable information. Consumers want to know where their products come from and how they are made. Fair Trade… Continue reading »
Sep
10
Landed in Boston yesterday for the Fair Trades Futures Conference. But before hopping the train to Quincy, my team and I stopped by Equal Exchange for a tour of their roasting facilities and a cupping. When you first walk into Equal Exchange you are greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a buzzing… Continue reading »