Bananas use more toxic agrochemicals per acre than any other crop in the world, which spells bad news for the environment, plantation workers, and the person who eventually eats them. Buying fruit that's certified organic guarantees that every party is protected from these toxic compounds. 5 июл. 2021 г.
Are bananas ethically sourced?
They rely on toxic chemicals that pollute the local environment and harm the health of local communities. In response to this, bananas were one of the first products to be certified under Fairtrade, meaning that more ethical alternatives are available.
Are bananas environmentally friendly?
In terms of sustainability, bananas have a fairly low environmental impact. This is due to their low carbon footprint which is estimated at 0.48 kg COe per kilo. If we compare this to UK tomatoes (grown in greenhouses) which are 2.5 kg COe per kilo, this seems quite small.
Are bananas Fairtrade?
Plantation workers and small-scale banana farmers also receive a Fairtrade Premium – an extra sum of money that farmers and workers invest in business or community projects of their choice.
How are banana workers treated?
In the course of their work, they were exposed to toxic pesticides, used sharp knives and machetes, hauled heavy loads of bananas, drank unsanitary water, and some were sexually harassed.
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