Fornio is an ancient grain that's been cultivated in West Africa for over 5,000 years. It is prized for its resilience and minimal water requirements, and has emerged as an important food source in discussions about regenerative and sustainable agriculture, particularly in regions facing water scarcity.
Brewgooder, the UK-based ethical brewer known for its support of clean water projects across Africa, recently created the world’s first Fairtrade-certified supply chain for the grain, linking Guinea and the UK. The project was set up in just six months thanks to close working between the B-Corp certified brewer and fonio farming cooperatives in Guinea.
Along this with work, Brewgooder has also launched the first beer made with Fairtrade-certified fonio grain, its Fonio Session IPA.
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