Easter brings endless chocolate choices, but our Easter eggs have a bigger story behind them. Cocoa is increasingly under pressure from climate change, and the chocolate we buy can help push the industry toward a more sustainable future.
Why does this matter?
Cocoa farming is on the climate frontline.
Extreme weather like drought and extreme rainfall, and pests and diseases are damaging cocoa crops and reducing harvests, especially in West African countries where most of the world’s cocoa is grown.
When cocoa harvests fail:
- Farmers lose income and security
- More forests are cleared to grow new crops
- Chocolate becomes harder and more expensive to produce
Choosing Fairtrade or ethical chocolate helps ensure farmers receive fair pay and support to adapt to climate change, helping protect both livelihoods and forests. But watch out for greenwash logos!
Most Sustainable Easter Eggs this Easter*
- Ombar Blonde Easter Eggs
- Free Easter Egg
- Plamil Vegan Easter Eggs
- Booja Booja Easter Egg
- Cocoa Loco Easter Eggs
Choosing sustainable chocolate helps secure the future of cocoa and the farmers who grow it.
More Resources
* According to the Ethical Consumer (requires login): https://www.ethicalconsumer.org/food-drink/shopping-guide/easter-eggs
From https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/shoppers-urged-make-one-change-33684665
Fairtrade: https://www.fairtrade.net/uk-en.html
For similar issues on trade: https://www.transform-trade.org/
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