And we only work with factories that have the highest ethical standards and respect for workers
They are GOTS and ISO certified.
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Our work helps our partner families prosper in their rural Amazonian communities where they have lived for generations, keeping traditions and cultures alive and supporting a peaceful living with mother nature
family-own small farms positively impacted with this program, and counting
total expected increase in payments to all the families that were in the program in 2023
families will join the program in 2024
These families are finally given economic certainty, and a long term commitment from a partner they trust. They can now plan for expenses such as the education of their children, and save for unexpected events. Family bonds are strengthened by allowing younger generations to stay in their communities instead of emigrating to cities to look for work.
They are given seeds, receive technical education, and are visited weekly. Farmers are educated in the planting of multiple crops which regenerate their fields with nutrients. They also receive advanced payments if an unexpected challenge or contingency occurs before harvest.
Organic farming has been intertwined with my family and community for 3 generations. I am teaching my son Waldir the lessons I have learned, aspiring to be a role model of perseverance and discipline for him. Here in the Peruvian rainforest, regenerative Organic cotton is more remunerative. Thanks to brands like Fair American, who value us and our Pima cotton, our quality of life improves.
Medinaceli and I have been happily married 30 years, working together and totally dedicated to organic farming. Our dream always was to own our own home, and give our three children the opportunity to finish high school and then university. Thanks to partners like Fair American, we are living our “dream” here in our jungle community. From us and the other organic cotton farming families here in Peru... Gracias!
Unexpectedly, I become a widow with 4 children to support. Thanks to guaranteed Fair Trade prices for our family farmed regenerative Organic pima Cotton, I myself now provide for my children and pay their education. My daughter Tania says I am her role model. I am proud that empowering her through my work and strength will be my legacy.
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Organic farming is very positive for us and our community. Not only is it how we support ourselves, it is family tradition. Our 2 acre family farm is part of the largest regenerative organic pima cotton project on the planet, only using rainwater for irrigation. Being able to partner with international brands like Fair American makes us proud. Our dream is for our grandchildren to expand our family farm while still working as one with mother earth.
Together, my son and I share a passion for nature and organic farming. Just as my father taught me, I have instructed Luis. In our small community many young men decide to emigrate to cities to look for opportunity. I am hopeful that there is now sustainable economic opportunity here for us and our community through this Fair Trade organic cotton project. Luis plans on staying here with me to expand our family farm. Gracias!
We are given seeds, weekly technical assistance, and guaranteed Fair Trade prices. In the past we were taken advantage of… many times. Now, with trustworthy partners such as Fair American to purchase my cotton, myself and other farmers in my community are able to plan for the future, improve our homes, and pay to educate our children. I love the rainforest. Treat our land well and she will reward you.
They are GOTS and ISO certified.