Fairtrade

Is it ok to buy non-ethically certified coffee from a small independent?

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If I no longer buy my Fairtrade coffee from a multinational chain. Instead, I’ve switched to a tiny independent. The coffee tastes great, but isn’t ethically certified. Is it better or worse?

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk

Where are we to turn if we want to be ethical food shoppers these days?

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As we reveal today, a new report casts doubt on the effectiveness of Fairtrade, making choices even harder