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Coffee at Headington Fairtrade

Many of us can’t do without our cup of coffee in the morning, but how much have you thought about where your coffee is coming from?

Worldwide, over 125 million people depend on farming coffee for their livelihoods, yet many are unable to earn a reliable living from this beloved and valuable crop. Global coffee production varies from year to year according to weather conditions, disease and other factors, resulting in a market that is inherently unstable. The volatility of the price of coffee has significant consequences for those who depend on coffee for their livelihood.