Farmers have utilized their premiums to cover organic certification fees, demonstrating the farmers dedication to adhering to Fair Trade's sustainable agricultural standards. Strict environmental criteria are core to these standards, including the elimination of harmful agro-chemicals and genetically modified organisms plus environmental assessment plans to protect fragile ecosystems. While organic certification is not required by Fair Trade, farmers will receive a higher price for their organic harvests, which in turn can be used to provide technical assistance to farmers.
