Fukuchiyama Seibi High School Students Support Bali Cacao Farmers Through Fair Trade Initiative

Students at Fukuchiyama Seibi High School in Kyoto Prefecture donated children's books to a local library, purchased with proceeds from selling cocoa made from Bali-grown cacao. The initiative is part of a fair trade program supporting cacao farmers in Bali.

Students at Fukuchiyama Seibi High School in Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture, have been engaged in an ongoing initiative to support cacao farmers in Bali, Indonesia. The students sold cocoa made from Bali-grown cacao beans and used the proceeds to purchase children's books, which they then donated to a local library.

The activity is part of a fair trade program aimed at ensuring fair compensation for cacao farmers in Bali. This cross-border support effort by Japanese high school students contributes to improving the livelihoods of agricultural workers in Bali.

For tourists and residents in Bali, this news serves as a reminder that agriculture, including cacao farming, supports local livelihoods alongside the island's dominant tourism industry.

Things to Consider

While visiting Bali, consider purchasing locally-made chocolate or fair trade cacao products as souvenirs, which helps support farmers involved in such initiatives. Look for Bali-grown cacao products at markets or cafes as a way to directly support local producers.