History of Fair Trade

History Of Fair Trade

The fair trade movement has undergone several important changes since its early days following World War II. Fair trade, first seen as a form of charity advocated by religious organizations, has radically changed in structure, philosophy and approach. The past fifty years have witnessed massive changes in the diversity of fair trade proponents, the products traded and their distribution networks.

Read more about History Of Fair Trade:  The Origins of Fair Trade, Early Fair Trade Initiatives, Solidarity Trade, Handcrafts Vs. Agricultural Goods, Rise of Labelling Initiatives, WFTO and The FTO Mark, Fair Trade Today

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