In the wide world of confectionery, chocolate holds a unique place: it’s not just a commodity for indulgence, but a global symbol of sweetness and comfort. However, behind its scrumptious appeal lies a story not always so sweet. The chocolate industry is rife with issues like child labor, deforestation, and unstable income for small-scale farmers. […]
Category Archives: Fair Trade
In recent years, the world has become increasingly aware of the impact that our actions have on the environment. As a result, there has been a shift towards more sustainable practices in many aspects of our lives, including our purchasing decisions. Today, more and more consumers are choosing sustainable products for a wide range of […]
Zotter Chocolate produces fair trade chocolate in our Austrian production facilities as a Guaranteed Member of the World Fair Trade Organization. Learn more in this blog post.
At Zotter Chocolate, we have been handcrafting quality, organic, and fair trade chocolate since 1987. Learn all about our history and values here.
Want to know what’s so special about fair traded chocolate? Read this blog post to find out.
It was my first trip to the African continent. The cheerful enjoyment of life and openness can be felt everywhere. by Julia Zotter Ghana is the second largest cocoa exporter in the world after the Ivory Coast. Only about 300 kg of cocoa beans are harvested per hectare (2.47 acres), in South America it is […]
Unfortunately, not all fair trade chocolate is the same. Discover why in this blog post from Zotter Chocolate.
What’s so unique about fair trade chocolate? One key factor is sustainability. Learn why fair trade chocolate is a more sustainable choice with the Zotter Chocolate blog.
Chocolate is a product that travels the world before it ever gets to the consumer. However, we don’t often think about where chocolate is sourced and how it goes from bean to bar. Unfortunately, cocoa farming is a practice that has seen many farmers exploited, underpaid, and exposed to dangerous conditions. Fair trade chocolate aims […]