Small, Non-US Coffee Companies Noted For Their Ethical, Fair Trade, and Sustainable Business Practices

Here's a curated list of small, non-US coffee companies known for their ethical practices and sustainable sourcing:

Canada

• Spirit Bear Coffee Company

  • Indigenous-owned company

  • Ethically sourced beans from sustainable farms

  • Fair Trade certified

  • Strong focus on environmental stewardship

Australia

• Just Planet

  • Melbourne-based small roaster

  • Specializes in Fairtrade organic coffees

  • Sources from diverse global regions

  • Strong commitment to sustainable practices

United Kingdom

• Cafédirect

  • Pioneer in fair trade coffee

  • Works directly with small-scale growers

  • Reinvests profits in farmer communities

  • Farmer-owned organization

• Grumpy Mule

  • Focus on long-term sustainability

  • Direct trade relationships with farmers

  • Specialty coffee roaster

  • Strong environmental standards

Europe

• The Naive Company

  • Strict ethical sourcing guidelines

  • Direct trade coffee focus

  • Environmental sustainability emphasis

  • Support for small-scale farmers

Note: While these companies are known for their ethical practices, the size of some operations may vary. Each company listed maintains strong commitments to:

• Fair trade or direct trade practices

• Environmental sustainability

• Support for small-scale farmers

• Organic certification (in many cases)

• Transparent supply chains

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