Any coffee lover has most likely come across the term "fair trade coffee" at some point while shopping for their magic brew. You may also have noticed that this coffee is more expensive than most. As you may have guessed from the title, this article will answer two questions related to this specially-labeled coffee: What is fair trade coffee and is it worth the extra money? What is Fair Trade Coffee? Fair trade coffee is defined by the World Fair Trade Organisation as 'a trading partnership, based on dialogue, transparency and respect, that seeks greater equity in international trade.' Essentially fair trade-labelled products work to ensure that the farmers receive a greater share of the … [Read more...]
Fair Trade Seasonal K Cups® and Coffee Pods
Most coffee lovers can appreciate the challenge of scouring the net to find a brew that matches their specific taste profile. But even beyond taste, there are many other factors that come into play when shopping for that perfect blend. Factors such as recyclability, delivery form, fair trade certification, and organic status are just some of the many coffee qualities that weigh in on a customer's buying decisions. While all of us here at Best Quality Coffee each have our own preferences, there is one type of coffee category that we can all agree on: Fair Trade seasonal K-Cups ®. First off, we are big fans of the convenience made possible by K-Cups ® and coffee pods. Secondly, we … [Read more...]
What’s the big deal about Fair Trade Coffee?
Coffee is one of the most eagerly demanded crops on a global scale. The Coffee Production industry in the U.S. alone earns an annual $12 billion revenue while employing more than 21,000 workers across 670 businesses. Starbucks, Green Mountain, Kraft, J.M. Smucker, and Nestle are among the industry leaders. And while some of the beans are produced right in Hawaii, most are sourced internationally. Coffee is and always has been a major commodity focused on profit margins. But the means and methods of securing your favorite conventional brew may be leading to unprecedented shortages and eventual global crises as coffee prices soar over the next three years. Fortunately, there's a solution: … [Read more...]
