Fair Trade Sales Jump 87 Percent In Second Quarter

Sales of Fair Trade certified products increased 87 percent at grocery stores in the second quarter compared with the quarter prior, according to Spins LLC, a company that tracks natural product sales data, reported Candy & Snacks Today. For the full story, click here.

Editor’s Insight: The Fair Trade audience is a small but loyal group of consumers. This is why Fair Trade sales continue to increase despite a very stubborn recession.

This being the case, refreshment service operators will find it worth their while to offer Fair Trade products. 09-23-11 By Elliot Maras