We closely monitor global commodity markets.
Hazelnuts, almonds, sugar, cocoa beans, cocoa butter, vanilla, sultanas and much more – in short: food commodities shape the daily business of Fairtrade SA.
As a qualified partner, Fairtrade offers a comprehensive range of services, from contract handling and logistics to customs clearance and ongoing quality control of products. Its clients include chocolate and biscuit manufacturers, producers of semi-finished goods, large-scale distributors, trading companies and beverage manufacturers.
This highly dynamic industry requires not only a well-functioning global network of relationships, but also a keen sense and the experience to draw the right conclusions from current global developments. In other words, sourcing high-quality goods at the best possible price and at the right time. Fairtrade continuously monitors the commodity markets and identifies new products and suppliers that meet its high quality standards.
Spanish almond crop outlook 2026: Slight increase in almond volumes expected. Risks remain frost, drought and uneven flowering.
Turkish hazelnut farmers face high fertilizer costs: reduced use is weighing on yields and quality.
European cocoa grindings hit lowest Q1 level since 2009, falling 7.8% in 2026, highlighting weak demand as high prices strain chocolate makers.
