We have likely all purchased a chocolate bar, tea, coffee, banana or other item which has the Fairtrade Certified Logo on, but what does this mark actually mean for the product and those producing the ingredients? This podcast will reveal those answers.
Show Notes
Join host Ryan Wallace speak to Jo Millis, Education Campaigns Manager for The Fairtrade Foundation. Jo works with the education sector to increase awareness of the global consumption system and how we can make lives better for the producers of the ingredients we consume. We have likely all purchased a chocolate bar, tea, coffee, banana or other item which has the Fairtrade Certified Logo on, but what does this mark actually mean for the product and those producing the ingredients? This podcast will reveal those answers.
Fairtrade is about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world. Learn about the certification process, how farmers are being supported and how climate change has been impacting on these individuals. This podcast was produced during 'Fairtrade Fortnight', an annual event dedicated to increasing awareness and encourage increased purchasing of more ethical products. Check out Free Online Festival: Choose The World You Want | Fairtrade Foundation for more information, sample products and how your purchases can positive impact others.
Fun Fact: Banana trees are actually herbs! People commonly refer to 'banana trees', but there is no actual wood within the stem, and if there's no wood then it is not a tree! You only get one harvest from these herbs too.
What is The GREen Pod?
Welcome to the University of Greenwich sustainability series of podcasts. Created by students and volunteers, with support from the Sustainability Team. Whether you’re looking to brush up on knowledge, learn something new or delve into a specific niche, there’s a show for you. The podcasts were launched during the Coronavirus pandemic of 2020 to keep connections between the sustainable agenda and our students and staff.
Switch on, sit back and enjoy these discussions with peers and professionals alike.