Fair Trade is a trading partnership, based on participation and respect that seeks greater equity in international trade. It promotes sustainable development by offering better trading conditions to, and securing the rights of, marginalized producers and workers - particularly in the South.

Fair Trade has grown into an international movement which involves supporting producers, awareness raising, and campaigning for changes in the rules and practice of conventional international trade.

International Fair Trade promotes the following for farmers and workers in developing countries:

  o  Fair compensation for their products and labour
  o  Sustainable environmental practices
  o  Improved social services
  o  Investment in local economic infrastructure