What is 'Direct Trade' Coffee and have we outgrown 'Fairtrade'?

For years now we’ve been so focused on whether the cup of coffee we’re drinking is ‘Fairtrade’ or not. Originally, the Fairtrade certification was set up to ensure a more fair wage for farmers, depending on them achieving certain environmental and social criteria. However, a common misconception is the promise of good quality coffee and just how ambitious the certification is.

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