Podcast•Apr 10, 2026•1h 22m
Ep. 98: Hot Commodities: Sugar, Sustainability, and the Fight for Fair Trade (Ft. Fair Trade America)
In episode 98 of Sustainability Defined, hosts Cecilia and Nathra dissect the sugar industry, tracing its production, global trade, and historical significance while highlighting its volatility and the impact of U.S. protectionist policies. They explore how sugar permeates everyday foods, the rise of alternative sweeteners, and the role of sugar in biofuels, especially Brazil’s ethanol program. The conversation features an interview with Fair Trade America, which explains how fair‑trade certification can improve labor conditions and promote more sustainable practices in the sugar supply chain. Throughout, the hosts emphasize the social and environmental challenges tied to sugar cultivation and trade.
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