fairtrade fortnight

This month sees the return of Fairtrade Fortnight (27 February to 12 March), an important worldwide campaign which focuses on protecting and securing the future of some of our most-loved food and drink – including chocolate, bananas and, of course, coffee – as well as looking after the planet. A campaign which allows companies like Ivybridge-based roastery, Owens Coffee, to once again invite...

A new directory of businesses that supply Fairtrade goods in Plymouth is being launched as part of Fairtrade Fortnight (29 February – 13 March 2016).

The directory is one of a number of initiatives across the city to encourage people to buy Fairtrade goods throughout the fortnight.

Councillor Chris Penberthy, Cabinet Member for Cooperatives and Housing for Plymouth City Council...

Plymouth is gearing up for Fairtrade Fortnight (21 February to 5 March) and it looks set to be our biggest and best yet.

A range of events are taking place throughout the fortnight, from a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, to a special Fairtrade church service and a Fairtrade dinner with themed food from different countries around the world. Local businesses will also be taking part with...