Fair Trade Coffee

Fair Trade Coffee is coffee which is certified by the International Fair Trade Association. It is defined as "a trading partnership, based on dialogue, transparency and respect, that seeks greater equity in international trade," and is intended to provide better trade agreements between purchaser and grower; with the intentions of ultimately providing a better product through more sustainable practices.

If you are interested in Fair Trade Coffee, please read the about the truly enabling potential of Direct Trade Coffee.

If you have a question about roasting specialty coffee, please contact our SCAA certified cupper, Mary Tellie, at the Electric City Roasting blog.