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Owned by: Independent (Community Interest Company / social enterprise, company no. 05078436)
Ethical Info
✓ Fairtrade and organic (Soil Association) Medjoul dates grown in Jericho, Palestine through the Palm farmers co-operative; single-ingredient whole dates; a CIC reinvesting 100% of profit into Palestinian farming communities.
Why we rate it
Certified organic
Traceable, farm-to-shelf
Single origin
Fair Trade sourced
Worth checking
Two ranges exist; confirm the certified Organic Medjoul on the label as distinct from the Fairtrade-only line.
Where to buy
Harvested / grown in Jericho, West Bank, Palestine
UK
Questions
Is Zaytoun organic?
Yes. Zaytoun is certified organic (Fairtrade, Soil Association Organic (organic SKU))
Is Zaytoun a whole food / single ingredient?
Yes. Zaytoun is a whole, single-ingredient dried fruit with nothing added.
Where is Zaytoun from?
Zaytoun is single-origin from Jericho, West Bank, Palestine.
Is Zaytoun traceable and ethical?
Zaytoun publishes its sourcing. Fair Trade certified.
Is Zaytoun unsulphured with no added sugar?
Fairtrade and organic (Soil Association) Medjoul dates grown in Jericho, Palestine through the Palm farmers co-operative; single-ingredient whole dates; a CIC reinvesting 100% of profit into Palestinian farming communities.
What certifications does Zaytoun hold?
Certified organic Soil Association (also Fairtrade).
Where can I buy Zaytoun and how much?
Ships to UK.
Is Zaytoun worth it?
Zaytoun is one of the genuinely organic, traceable dried fruit options, the main reason to choose it over commodity products.
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