Fairtrade calls for UK law to protect cocoa farmers

Workers say climate-related production impacts are their biggest challenge.

March 31, 2026

The org is calling on the UK government to introduce a mandatory Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence law to provide protection for cocoa farmers and workers around the world.

Fairtrade remains ‘go-to’ ethical label for shoppers

The organization remains the most visible and trusted label in the UK, its research says.

Candy Industry Staff

May 8, 2025

Conducted in 13 countries with more than 12,900 individuals, the survey also found that for the UK, 71% of shoppers regularly buy one or more Fairtrade products a month.

Fairtrade Foundation appoints Eleanor Harrison as CEO

The new hire brings 20+ years of experience to the role.

Candy Industry Staff

January 22, 2025

Harrison, who will begin her new role in March, was previously CEO of a venture philanthropy nonprofit that improves social outcomes and scaling impact for young people facing disadvantage.

Fairtrade Foundation appoints new board of trustees chair

The board prepares to say goodbye to CEO Michael Gidney.

Candy Industry Staff

August 30, 2024

The Fairtrade Foundation has appointed Dr. Nyagoy Nyong’o as the new chair of its board of trustees, succeeding Lord Mark Price, whose term ended recently.

Mondelez extends cocoa sustainability program to Cadbury

Cadbury products in Ireland, UK to be sourced through Cocoa Life.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 23, 2016

Mondelez International has joined forces with the Fairtrade Foundation to extend the snack and confectionery giant’s Cocoa Life sustainability program to Cadbury-branded products.

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Fairtrade calls for UK law to protect cocoa farmers

Fairtrade remains ‘go-to’ ethical label for shoppers

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Fairtrade Foundation appoints new board of trustees chair

Mondelez extends cocoa sustainability program to Cadbury

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