Fair Trade Clothing is Dead- Can We Save the Union Label?

May 22, 2012 No Comments by

For over 100 years, the union label has been stitched into clothing to indicate that the workers who made the product are ensured good working conditions and fair wages.

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Dr. Bronner’s Audacious Activism Is Refreshingly Authentic

Apr 06, 2012 No Comments by

Dr. Bronner’s is a $44 million dollar business, and takes leadership on issues from human rights to fair trade to transparency in labeling.

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Starbucks’ Strategy and Business Model Undergo an Evolution

Mar 21, 2012 No Comments by

Starbucks opened its first Evolution Fresh store in suburban Seattle, sparking Starbucks’ strategic move into the “healthy living” and “wholesome products” niche markets.

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Probiotics Reign at Natural Products Expo West

Mar 12, 2012 2 Comments by

For the natural foods connoisseur, the Natural Products Expo in Anaheim is a fascinating look at an industry that has soared from fringe to mainstream.

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Why Fair Trade Chocolate: An Interview With Christopher Angell (Part II)

Jun 21, 2011 1 Comment by

Part II of my interview With Christopher Angell, co-founder of Angell Organic Candy Bars, which blends fair trade chocolate with retro cool.

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Why Fair Trade Chocolate: An Interview With Christopher Angell

Jun 20, 2011 1 Comment by

Christopher and Suzanne Angell are huge candy bar fans but were also wise to what goes behind the sourcing of chocolate. An interview.

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Together, Fair Trade USA & Textile Exchange Could Transform Fashion’s Supply Chain

Jun 14, 2011 No Comments by

Fair Trade USA and Textile Exchange could revolutionize the global textile industry’s approach towards supply chain management and responsible sourcing.

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Ben & Jerry’s Scoops Out Fair Trade Fun in LA

May 22, 2011 No Comments by

Ben & Jerry’s will be in Los Angeles until June 10, scooping out fair trade fun throughout the Los Angeles region. Peanut butter Clusterfluff and coffee Bonnaroo Buzz yesterday were the stars.

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