About Fairtrade

You can support producers struggling to improve their lives by buying products that carry the FAIRTRADE Mark. Here you can find out how the system works and how it benefits producers.

What is Fairtrade?

Introducing the Fairtrade system

The FAIRTRADE Mark

About the Mark and how to use it

Why Fairtrade is unique

The difference between Fairtrade and other consumer labels

Benefits of Fairtrade

How Fairtrade combats poverty and empowers producers

Certifying Fairtrade

How FLO-CERT auditors ensure compliance with Fairtrade standards

History of Fairtrade

How Fairtrade has developed since the 1980s

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Facts and figures

Useful statistics about Fairtrade

Latest News

Latest News

05.06.09

Over 440 European Parliament candidates pledge to support Fair Trade more

04.06.09

Global Fairtrade sales increase by 22% more

Fairtrade videos

Improving the lives of tea workers in India.
Watch the film

Annual Report 2008-09

Read our Annual Report