Our Coffees
Fairtrade Certified
Fair Trade coffees have been certified by TransFair USA in the US and by the Fairtrade Labelling Organization International (FLO) at origin. TransFair's rigorous audit system tracks products from farm to market, verifying industry and farmer compliance with Fair Trade Criteria.
Participating co-ops are guaranteed a minimum price $1.31/lb for non-organic and $1.51/lb for certified organic coffee - or $.10 above 'C' market price for conventional coffees with an addition $.20 Certified organic premium. Growers are free to organize democratically. Co-op members elect co-op management and decide how the FT $.10 premium is used.
Farmers minimize chemical use and avoid the most harmful pesticides altogether. International Labour Organization standards, covering child and forced labour, freedom of association, collective bargaining, and anti discrimination must be met.
US roasters utilizing the Fair Trade Certified label must be licensed through TransFair USA and pay a fee based upon the amount of FTC volume they purchase and FTC percentage they sell.
Please note: Most Fair-Trade coffees are now purchased on a differential price with a growers right to fix prior to shipment.
