What does Fairtrade aim to achieve?

Fairtrade aims to achieve a partnership that provides farmers with a better deal by ensuring they receive fair payment for their products. This model emphasizes ethical trading practices, empowering producers in developing countries to invest in their businesses and communities. By promoting direct trade relationships between consumers and producers, Fairtrade helps improve workers' rights and promotes sustainable agricultural practices. This approach not only offers a more equitable income to farmers but also fosters long-term relationships that benefit both parties, ensuring that farmers can maintain their livelihoods and contribute to the socio-economic growth of their communities.

The other options do not accurately reflect the primary goals of Fairtrade. While Fairtrade products may sometimes lead to lower prices for consumers, that is not the primary focus of its mission. Local trade agreements exist in various contexts but are not the main aim of Fairtrade, which is centered around global connections. Eliminating trade tariffs pertains to broader trade policy issues that do not align directly with Fairtrade’s specific objectives.