You’re not only buying chocolate, you’re supporting communities around the world.
By Stephanie / October 10th, 2017
We believe that everyone wants to do what’s right – for their families, fellow global citizens, and the planet. That’s why we’re committed to making the right choices the most obvious ones. Based on the simple idea that the products we buy and sell are connected to the livelihoods of others, Fair Trade is […]
Can you believe it’s that time of the year again? Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings, eating until your pants don’t button, food coma-induced naps and football watching on the sofa and filling your fridge with leftovers that inevitably end up in the trashcan. Why do we use Thanksgiving as an excuse to be […]
From red and green to purple and orange, there are so many healthy options when it comes to fresh fruits, vegetables and grains. Including a wide selection of each into your daily diet will increase the amount and variety of vitamins and minerals that you can benefit from. Such an intake offers health benefits […]
Meet Samrat Thongeim – Farmer of Alter Eco Fair Trade Rice
By Stephanie / November 18th, 2014
Last month, I had the privilege of visiting the Surin Rice Farm Co-operative in Surin, Thailand. Alter Eco has been in relationship with the farmers that comprise the Surin Rice Farmers Co-Operative for over 10 years. They are a group of warm-hearted, hospitable, affable people. Sompoi and her staff welcomed Kate Tierney and I with […]
Kate and Kara visit Thailand with Whole Foods Market volunteers
By Stephanie / September 30th, 2014
Earlier this month, Kate Tierney, Alter Eco Vice President of Sales, and Kara Powis, AE Director of Organizational Development, were honored to venture back to Thailand, 5 years after our first visit. A wonderful group of Whole Foods Markets Team Member Volunteers were there and anxious to meet Alter Eco’s rice partners in Eastern Thailand […]