Underneath the pristine white surface of milk lies a dairy sector in crisis as small producers struggle to survive. European overproduction is driving farmers’ incomes below profitability and, as a result, preventing the development of a local dairy sector in Africa.
The 6th International Fair Trade Milk Conference, which took place on Saturday 12 October in Libramont, had a very special dimension this time: for the first time, breeders from Africa and Europe came together to celebrate together the success of their milk projects. They also awarded Golden Faironika awards to politicians, journalists and colleagues in recognition of their exceptional commitment to equity.
A farm where three generations share the work has almost become a curiosity. This is the case of De Zwaluw in Lovendegem, which also combines innovation and long-term vision with a fair and ecological way of working. A dream partner for the organic food wholesaler Biosano, which produces fair trade milk and milk chocolate under the Biodia label.
Underneath the pristine white surface of milk lies a dairy sector in crisis as small producers struggle to survive. European overproduction is driving farmers’ incomes below profitability and, as a result, preventing the development of a local dairy sector in Africa.
The 6th International Fair Trade Milk Conference, which took place on Saturday 12 October in Libramont, had a very special dimension this time: for the first time, breeders from Africa and Europe came together to celebrate together the success of their milk projects. They also awarded Golden Faironika awards to politicians, journalists and colleagues in recognition of their exceptional commitment to equity.
A farm where three generations share the work has almost become a curiosity. This is the case of De Zwaluw in Lovendegem, which also combines innovation and long-term vision with a fair and ecological way of working. A dream partner for the organic food wholesaler Biosano, which produces fair trade milk and milk chocolate under the Biodia label.
