This programme explains the Fairtrade scheme, identifying how Fairtrade benefits farmers in poorer countries and how the Fairtrade Organisation invests in farming communities. Hear from members of one such community in St Lucia, as well as consumers and retailers (ASDA) of Fairtrade products back in the UK. British students give their own views on Fairtrade and members of a Fairtrade Town are interviewed, before discussion concludes with consideration of potential disadvantages of, and the future for, the Fairtrade scheme.
DVD Chapters:
1. What is Fairtrade?
2. Benefits to Farmers in poorer countries
3. How Fairtrade invests in farming communities
4. Promoting Fairtrade products
5. Fairtrade's future
Testimonials:
"This series offers a current insight into a range of issues about the importance of sustainable food production and safeguarding the countryside for the future. Without a doubt, it has many curriculum applications within the classroom."
Janet Hickinbottom, Farming and Countryside Education
"Should be seen by all KS3 pupils, especially during Fairtrade Week."
Just4Food magazine, Issue 22, Tribal
”I believe the resource is excellent at presenting a full and comprehensive look at Fairtrade in the UK, and would recommend it to all departments, not just design and technology. The resource not only provides students with a clear understanding of the topic, but also supports a school looking to become Fairtrade affiliated.”
D&T Practice, Issue 3 2010, Design and Technology Association
