These days, it is increasingly difficult for conscious consumers to know which products and certifications to trust, whereas socially responsible businesses are have a harder time determining which certifications to associate with their products.  The Montreal NGO, Equiterre, attempted to address this issue through a panel discussion called “Fair Trade: what are the guarantees?”  In this conference, six panelists, including representatives from the Fair Trade Mark and the Fair Trade Federation, explained the various certifications. To read more, check out details of the panel.