The following information was taken from the 'Cafédirect' web site:
"Cafédirect is the UK's largest Fairtrade hot drinks company. We buy from 33 producer organisations in 11 countries, ensuring that over a quarter of a million growers receive a decent income from this trade.
We are proud to be working with growers who have the expertise to provide the exceptional quality we require. This ensures that you enjoy the finest selection of coffees, teas and chocolate drinks. And as part of our Gold Standard Fairtrade policy, we guarantee in return a fair price for the growers' crops.
We also put a percentage of our gross profits (8% in 2003) back into our producer partners' organisations to support a wide range of activities, including market information, management training and any other elements required to grow their business.
We believe we are doing today what many will do tomorrow. At the heart of our inspiration has been the principle of establishing direct relationships with farmers, demonstrating an alternative approach to trading which balances the business of making money with the business of making lives better. It's a way of working that benefits everyone."
Contact details for Cafedirect.
Cafedirect
Owner: Cafédirect plc
www.cafedirect.co.uk
Postal Address
City Cloisters Suite B3, 196 Old Street London EC1V 9FR
Phone: +44 (0) 207 490 9520
Fax: +44 (0)207 490 9521
