Ethical trade

Bridges Produce is committed to ethical trade practices in all of our business dealings. We seek to build a more equitable trade model that empowers and mutually benefits all parties in each transaction. To build a more equitable trade model we are committed to:

Transparency and full disclosure.

Long term relationships are built on honesty, integrity and mutual respect.

Co-operation and mutual benefit.

We work together with growers and customers to maximize their opportunities in the marketplace. Our belief is that by making our growers and our customers successful, we are successful.

Empowerment.

With openness and transparency, we communicate to growers the dynamics of the marketplace. And, we help buyers understand the challenges of farming. Knowledge is power. With these insights, we can all make better decisions.

Sustainability.

Rather than short changing the future, we are committed to developing systems that build our “common wealth” rather than deplete our “common wealth.” Sustainability is a goal not just with our environment, but also with our communities.

Fair Price.

We channel the benefits and rewards of the organic and fair trade premium back to the producer communities. This enables growers to re-invest in infrastructure, education and training which makes for a better work environment and a better quality of life.