Fairtrade Cocoa Program

The Fairtrade Cocoa Program is an initiative within the broader Fairtrade system that focuses specifically on promoting fair trade practices and improving the livelihoods of cocoa farmers. It enables businesses to commit to sourcing Fairtrade certified cocoa and using the Fairtrade Cocoa Program Mark on their products.

The Fairtrade Cocoa Program allows businesses to make a commitment to support Fairtrade farmers and invest in sustainable cocoa production. By participating in the program, businesses agree to purchase a specified volume of cocoa from Fairtrade-certified cooperatives or farmers' groups. This commitment ensures a stable and fair income for cocoa farmers, helping them improve their lives and invest in their communities.

The key features of the Fairtrade Cocoa Program include:

Fairtrade Certification: The cocoa sourced through the program comes from Fairtrade-certified farmers or cooperatives. Fairtrade certification guarantees that the cocoa has been produced following strict social, environmental, and economic standards. These standards include fair prices for farmers, safe working conditions, protection of human rights, and environmental sustainability.

Volume-based Sourcing: The program requires businesses to commit to purchasing a specified volume of Fairtrade cocoa. The volume purchased is communicated clearly, allowing businesses to scale up their commitment to Fairtrade over time.

Transparency and Traceability: The Fairtrade Cocoa Program ensures transparency and traceability throughout the supply chain. This enables businesses and consumers to track the origin of the cocoa and verify its Fairtrade certification.

Fairtrade Cocoa Program Mark: Products that contain cocoa sourced through the Fairtrade Cocoa Program can display the Fairtrade Cocoa Program Mark. This mark indicates to consumers that the cocoa in the product is sourced from Fairtrade-certified farmers and meets the Fairtrade standards.

By participating in the Fairtrade Cocoa Program, businesses contribute to the sustainability of the cocoa industry, support the livelihoods of farmers, and promote fair trade practices. Consumers who purchase products with the Fairtrade Cocoa Program Mark can have confidence that their purchase is making a positive impact on cocoa farming communities.