competition, unfair

"An exploration of antitrust laws and their enforcement, and [an argument for] the importance of antitrust for the American people"--Provided by publisher.

"Fair trade is intended to help producers in developing countries achieve better working and trading conditions while maintaining certain environmental standards, which is achieved through arrangements with distributors around the world. With the influx of fair trade goods on grocery store shelves and restaurant menus, one would assume an overall positive trend in trade conditions is occurring. However, numerous concerns continue to surround fair trade, such as whether it benefits all developing countries and markets equally, the extent to which it is effective at protecting the environment, and what conditions would make trade as fair as possible"--Provided by publisher.

Reverend and social entrepreneur Becca Stevens shares her experiences working with cooperatives and coalitions across the world to ensure the well being of the laborers who produce the fair trade tea served at her Thistle Stop Caf?, a business designed to provide employment opportunities for women recovering from violence and addiction.

Discusses the globalization of trade, how trade affects people all over the world, and the benefits of fair trade.

Global trade has boosted the world economy and brought enormous increases in overall wealth. At the same time, however, the distribution of the world s wealth has become increasingly unequal, and the gap between rich and poor nations has widened. The fair trade movement seeks to improve the livelihoods of impoverished Third-World farmers and workers by making global trade more equitable. Fair trade programs aim to provide a fairer price for goods produced in the developing world and to promote better working conditions and higher environmental standards. This book explores the history and goals of the fair trade movement in the context of recent trends in global poverty and inequality. It compares fair trade to free trade, discusses relevant criticisms of both systems, and provides case studies of specific fair trade products to evaluate the impact of fair trade on developing nations and the global marketplace. Each title in this series contains color photos throughout, maps, and back matter including: a chronology, a detailed index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader s comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

Provides an overview of fair trade, discussing its emergence, goals, and benefits; whether or not it has been accepted by Americans or is actually fair; and if it can be improved.

Provides information about the supply chain and the eight principles of Fair Trade through a story in which Aunt Mabel takes Stella and Henry to a Fair Trade store to shop for their mother's birthday gift.

Photographs, illustrations, and simple text provide an introduction to fair trade practices, why fair trade is important, and its effects on the global economy.

Examines the controversies surround fair trade, exploring both the benefits and drawbacks of fair trade policies and discussing how it has influenced the world economy.

Provides information about fair trade, discussing its history, principles, and practices and examining whether or not it is fair, how it influences daily life, and other related topics.