360innovate will literally be going banana’s for Fairtrade produce on the 6th of March. Fairtrade work towards improving the trading position of farmers, producers and workers in the South.
“Our vision is of a world in which justice and sustainable development are at the heart of trade structures and practices so that everyone, through their work, can maintain a decent and dignified livelihood and develop their full potential.
To achieve this vision, Fairtrade seeks to transform trading structures and practices in favour of the poor and disadvantaged. By facilitating trading partnerships based on equity and transparency, Fairtrade contributes to sustainable development for marginalised producers, workers and their communities. Through demonstration of alternatives to conventional trade and other forms of advocacy, the Fairtrade movement empowers citizens to campaign for an international trade system based on justice and fairness.”
360innovate were amazed to discover the injustice being endured by many producers which is why we are supporting and will continue to support Fairtrade products and its organisation.
We will be hosting our own in-office ‘banana bonanza’ on Friday the 6th March!
Banana Facts:
The banana is the most popular fruit in the world – people spend over £10 billion a year on the fruit globally.
While banana sales and demand soar, prices have plummeted, having a devastating effect on banana producers. In November 1997, bananas cost an average of £1.08 per kg in UK supermarkets. In June 2008 that price was as low as 50p per kg.
The majority of banana plantation workers do not earn enough to live and support their families – some earn less than £1 per day.
Bananas contain tryptophan and vitamin B6, known to help make you feel happy.
Visit the Go Bananas for Fairtrade website
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