Meet Last Forest, based in Kotagiri in the heart of Nilgiri mountains. Last Forest Enterprise has been a market intermediary for wild forest produce that is harvested by indigenous communities since 2010. These communities are working on forest and agriculture produce, which are natural, wild and local. Last Forest procures from over 45 groups across the country and sell through over 100 outlets including our own retail shops in the Nilgiris (Kotagiri and Coonoor). Therefore, we work with more than 150 villages impacting thousands of people. We cater to the entire supply chain of procurement, quality check, brand, promote and sell organic, fair trade, and indigenous products. We sell honey, a range of beeswax- (which used to be thrown as waste!) products such as soaps, balms and lip balms. In addition we sell essential oils, spices, millet, candy, coffee, and much more!
Last Forest is a certified member of World Fair Trade Organisation.
What is the World Fair Trade Organisation?
WFTO is a global association of SMEs and retailers, that practice and advocate for an alternative economic system. All our members practice the 10 Principles of Fair Trade across their entire operations and supply chain. A Guaranteed WFTO member adheres to the highest ethical requirements. WFTO members are also fully verified as Fair Trade plus social enterprises. The sustainable, ethical, and beautiful products sold here are made by some of our Guaranteed WFTO members.
