Stories
What Is Fair Trade?
Fair trade is a global movement and trading partnership that puts people and the planet first. At its core, fair trade means paying farmers and producers a fair price for the work they do, while also ensuring that their working conditions are safe, dignified, and sustainable. It’s about equity, not just efficiency.
What Is a Social Enterprise?
When you hear the word enterprise, you probably think of a regular business, something that sells products or services to make a profit. But what makes a social enterprise different is its purpose. Instead of focusing only on making money, a social enterprise is built to solve a social or environmental problem while still running like a business.
What It Really Costs to Grow a Kilo of Rice
When we buy rice from a grocery store or palengke, we usually think about the price we see on the tag, ₱45? ₱50? ₱60 per kilo? But we often forget that behind every grain are months of hard work, risk, and real costs that farmers shoulder long before the rice reaches our plates. At UMÁ Markets, we’ve met farmers and learned firsthand how much time, effort, and resources go into something most of us take for granted.
