Buying Fairtrade chocolate at Easter is a great way to ensure that the chocolate you enjoy not only tastes amazing but is also ethically sourced. Read this to discover why you should choose ethical brands this Easter.

You know that we at In Good Company can’t get enough of our coffee, but did you know that we also LOVE our chocolate?

With Easter just around the corner many of us will be indulging in delicious chocolate delights.

But have you ever stopped to think about where your chocolate comes from? Or the impact it has on the people who produce it?

Buying Fairtrade chocolate at Easter is a great way to ensure that the chocolate you enjoy not only tastes amazing but is also ethically sourced.

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Fairtrade chocolate is produced with respect for human rights and environmental sustainability.

There are currently millions of hardworking farmers in developing countries – producing the food that ends up in our shopping baskets – that are not being paid enough to support their families.

By choosing Fairtrade, farmers receive a more stable income to feed their families and take care of their children. This is achieved by the Fairtrade minimum price which acts as an important safety net, protecting farmers from fluctuating market prices; ensuring farmers can earn and expect a stable income and plan for their future.

Fairtrade International is the most widely recognised ethical brand in the world.

In order to be Fairtrade certified, organisations must conform to rigorous environmental standards. For example, Fairtrade farmers are encouraged to move towards organic production and:

-          Protect their local environment through the minimal and safe use of agrochemicals.

-          Manage erosion problems and waste management properly.

-          Maintain soil fertility.

-          Avoid intentionally using genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

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These methods ensure the environment is protected from harmful chemicals and invasive human intervention. Moreover, when farmers sell their crops via Fairtrade cooperatives and plantations, they get more money to invest back into better farming practices, clean water and improving the health of their communities.

Fairtrade chocolate also means you never have to sacrifice taste. Fairtrade chocolate is often made with high-quality cocoa beans that have been carefully harvested and processed. When you taste Fairtrade chocolate, you can taste the care and attention that went into producing it.

Buying Fairtrade chocolate at Easter is a great way to enjoy delicious chocolate whilst also making a positive impact on the world. By supporting Fairtrade organisations, you are helping to create a more sustainable and just chocolate industry. So this Easter, make a conscious choice and choose Fairtrade chocolate – your taste buds and the world will thank you for it!

For a list of where you can find Fairtrade chocolate at well-known commercial retailers click here. Also pop into your local refill store as many of them are stocking wonderful, responsible Easter treats! 

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