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This paper seeks to explore the consumption of Fairtrade products in a municipal catering organisation from the viewpoint of corporate social responsibility (CSR).

In the paper, a theoretical foundation is established, concerning CSR, and a few studies related to CSR procurement are presented. Fairtrade Labelling Organisations International and its tasks are introduced. In addition, previous research related to the sustainable food procurement in the catering sector is introduced. Empirical data were collected from a municipal catering organisation by using a theme interview structure.

The findings indicate that the consumption of Fairtrade products encompasses eight Fairtrade products. Two products are consumed in each unit of the case organisation, whereas six products are consumed occasionally. The procurement of Fairtrade products were based on the values of the case organisation, the environmental programme and the laws and the European Union's communications.

The empirical results may be utilised when planning the consumption of Fairtrade products in the municipal catering organisation, and when preparing the competitive tendering of the catering services. The findings offer valuable information when transforming the catering operations into a more sustainable direction.

The extent of consumption concerning Fairtrade products by displaying an empirical case study is described.

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The business world has always been inhabited by both pragmatists and visionaries, which makes the issue of corporate social responsibility (CSR) the perfect battle ground. The maximization of profits is at the heart of how entrepreneurialism works. However, CSR acknowledges that there are ethical issues at stake involving every business decision. Consumers are increasingly interested in the origin of products and the transparency of the supply chain, and many organizations are willing to indicate their CSR and ethical selections.

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