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La Siembra and Equal Exchange Integrate: A New Model for Global Worker Cooperatives
In a time when political divisions and economic uncertainty threaten to divide people, worker-owned cooperatives are choosing solidarity and cooperation. The worker-owners of La Siembra Cooperative Inc. and the members of the Equal Exchange Worker Cooperative have voted unanimously to merge, creating a unique model of international worker cooperation. This integration follows the path set…
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In the Peruvian Amazon, High Cocoa Prices Have Everyone Back on the Farm
Our Sales and Marketing Director, Tom Hanlon Wilde, had the chance to interview Luis Mendoza Aguilar, the General Manager of The Peruvian Association of Cacao Producers (APPCACAO) last month. We are curious to know how the surges in world cocoa prices were experienced by many Peruvian cocoa farmers. Ing. Luis Mendoza Aguilar is the General…
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Reviving the Cocoa Connection with Our Partners in the Dominican Republic: A Journey to the Heart of Camino’s Chocolate Supply Chain – Part 2
Visiting the producers we work with is of great importance to us at Camino. It allows us to consolidate our ties and establish fruitful exchanges; we share challenges, opportunities, projects on the go, and get a better sense of the realities on the ground. Since our last visit to Peru in the summer of 2018,…
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Reviving the Cocoa Connection with Our Partners in the Dominican Republic: A Journey to the Heart of Camino’s Chocolate Supply Chain
Visiting the producers we work with is of great importance to us at Camino. It allows us to consolidate our ties and establish fruitful exchanges; we share challenges, opportunities, projects on the go, and get a better sense of the realities on the ground. Since our last visit to Peru in the summer of 2018,…
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Camino Unveils Two New Plant-Based Chocolate Bars: Fair Trade, Organic and Made with Oat Milk
Ottawa, March 21, 2023 – Camino, a leading Canadian brand of fair trade and organic chocolate products, is excited to announce the launch of two milk-style, plant-based chocolate bars made with oat milk. The new flavours, Hazelnuts & Salted Caramel and Creamy Chocol-oat offer a delicious and creamy alternative for milk chocolate lovers who are…
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New Year, New Habit: Adding Fair Trade to Your Pantry
We realize that some of you already know a great deal about the value of fair trade. This year you might consider sharing that value with your loved ones or colleagues who may not know as much about it as you. In light of the need to change our trading models and unequitable food systems,…
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5 Benefits of Baking for the Holidays
The holidays are around the corner, throwing many kitchens into overdrive. Whether or not you have the tradition of baking your own holiday goodies, there are many reasons to at least consider it. Controlling what goes into what you eat, reducing waste, supporting companies that are in line with your own values, adventuring into new…
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Steffi, Ceramic Artist and Creator of the New Camino Mugs
Camino recently partnered with a local artisan to bring you a special holiday gift set. Steffi, of Steffi Acevedo Ceramics creates unique pottery pieces that are as beautiful as they are practical. Keep reading to learn more about the artist, teacher, and woman entrepreneur behind these limited-edition mugs. For some time, we wanted to be…
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Why Choose Sri Lankan Coconut?
Coconut is an important export for Sri Lanka, the island nation south of India. But the past several months there have been tumultuous. Camino coconut is sourced from among 140 fair trade and organic family-owned organic farms in this small nation. Despite the difficulties, various partners who work with our coconut producers expressed their optimism…
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Equal Exchange Tea & Coffee: Building a Farmer-Led Future
No doubt you have already seen or heard about Equal Exchange’s teas and coffees. But perhaps you still wonder how they differ from other fair trade brands of coffees and teas you might already be drinking on a regular basis. What makes our sister co-op Equal Exchange’s coffee and tea stand out? Aside from their…
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Home Gardening: Planting Seeds of Change
Summer brings warmer weather and often a little more time outdoors. Many people enjoy gardening this time of year as a pastime. Whether you have a large garden or just a window with partial sun exposure, you can share not only the food you grow with those around you, but your perspective on the work…
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Cooking with Fair Trade Ingredients Just Got Easier!
Recent Release of a Fair Trade Cookbook To celebrate Fair Trade Month, we interviewed Nettie Cronish, culinary instructor and cookbook author, regarding the recent release of her new cookbook, The Fair Trade Ingredient Cookbook. This vegetarian cookbook shows both new and experienced consumers of fair trade products how to source and use the ever-growing selection of these…
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