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The transparent gift guide: 8 purchases with a purpose

Provenance

” Having cooked organic gluten-free food for more than 20 years, Tideford Organics has decided to take it to the next level. from waste denim in Guatemala. Spirits made from surplus food waste in the UK. Meet the people and places creating MWoven’s hand-woven leather fashion pieces. Nomad Tribe Store. Carico Cafe.

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It wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without Logistics

Enterra Insights

Ricaurte notes, “Every February, shoppers depend on farmers in Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica for a universal token of love and affection – fresh cut flowers.” 4] Keith Loria, “ Valentine’s Day candy goes beyond the heart-shaped box ,” Food Dive , 14 February 2017. [5]

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Valentine’s Day 2019

Enterra Insights

Valentine flowers are primarily grown by farmers in Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica. 6] Cathy Siegner, “ Survey: 80% of Americans are sharing candy for Valentine’s Day ,” Food Dive , 4 February 2019.

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The Journey of One Banana! A Supply Chain in Motion! (Infographic)

Supply Chain Game Changer

Realizing the lack of effort my brother had to exert in order to receive his food, began the engine to a frantic thought process. The majority of banana export comes from 3 countries, which top the list for 2016: Ecuador, Guatemala and Costa Rica. Comfort and convenience were in no shortage, during my brother’s shopping experience.

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New: Global Trade Map 2016

Supply Chain Movement

It lays the foundation for gradual alignment of norms and standards, including on food safety and technical regulations. The benefits of utilising modern-day FTAs include fewer customs duties, less red tape, access to public tenders, sourcing opportunities, investment opportunities and more transparent business conditions. French Guiana.