Guest Post: Mushrooms Make for Eco-Friendly Packaging

You’ve probably used all kinds of materials to cushion the contents of your packages against damage during transit. Most of us are familiar with Styrofoam peanuts, bubble wrap, packing paper, and even pages torn from periodicals. And manufacturers often have cardboard or Styrofoam blocks created with cutouts that precisely cradle their products. But most packing [...]

UK Steps up for Fairtrade Fortnight 2012

This week all across the UK people have been taking steps in their thousands, steps to make trade work for those who are getting a rough deal from international trade. As we come to the end of Fairtrade Fortnight we’re already well on our way to reaching our target of 1.5 million steps by the [...]

Guest Post: Take A Step for Fairtrade in 2012. What Will Yours Be?

This year we are challenging the UK to take 1.5 million steps for Fairtrade in 2012.  A step could be small – like swapping your tea to Fairtrade, or big – like organising an event.  Why 1.5 million steps? Because that’s one for every famer and worker we aim to support in 2012. Why should [...]

Langley Chase Organic Farm

My hubby is a big meat-eater and is very fussy about it.  He likes fresh meat and likes it to be tasty and succulent.  So it is very rare for him to buy his meat from a supermarket, normally he pops down to the local butcher and gets exactly what he wants.  But if you [...]

Bristol Health Food Store Supports Fairtrade Fortnight

Leading UK wholefood suppliers, Essential Trading and fairtrade producer Zaytoun are supporting Fairtrade Fortnight, this year to be held between 27th February and 11th March.

TGF Rated Review: Provamel Almond and Oat Drinks

What Is it   Latest additions to the Provamel Drinks range.   Who Is Reviewing It   My husband Paul and our two older boys aged 8 & 5.   Set Up 

TGF Rated Review: Organic Apple Cider Vinegar

What Is It Organic Apple Cider Vinegar from Higher Nature. Who is reviewing it Me Claire mum of 3 boys. Set Up 

Dr. Bronner’s Fairtrade Fortnight

So by changing to Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps you could be taking your first Fairtrade step and having an impact on life-changing projects in developing countries.

Guest Post: How to Save Money on Organic Produce

If you’re buying organic produce, you already know how good it is for you. Not only are you taking better care of your body, but you’re helping promote sustainable farming practices. And knowing your food doesn’t contribute to environmental destruction can give you wonderful peace of mind. But then there’s the cost. The sticker price [...]

Guest Post: Hosting an Eco-Friendly Holiday Party

The holidays can certainly be hectic, but if part of your seasonal tradition includes hosting a party for your closest family and friends, you’re not likely to let the hustle and bustle of shopping and shipping, cooking and eating, and hanging decorations stop you from doing the one thing you really love during the holidays.  [...]

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