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Artisan Health and Safety Manual

The Artisan Health and Safety Manual developed by Aid to Artisans is an excellent resource for artisans to learn how to protect the health and safety of themselves, their families and communities.

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An Introduction to Labelling Products

Learn about the important information to include in your product labels.

Basket-making in Rwanda
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Basket Making in Rwanda

Sisal is harvested and the leaves are separated. A single leaf is then taken, pounded, and split. The fibers are then combed from the flattened leaf.

Handicrafts Export Guide

The West Africa Trade Hub has put together this useful guide for handicrafts producers working in the export market.

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Costs of Shipping Delays

What are the costs related to delayed shipments? SERRV Purchasing Coordinator Barb Fogle explains how late shipments can result in lost sales, lost customers and overstock.

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Getting Products from Warehouse to Customer

Ever wonder what happens to products after they arrive to the SERRV warehouse?

Jewelry Making in Mexico
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Jewelry Making in Mexico

The artisans of Union Progresista Artesanal (UPA) in Mexico make jewelry using silver, brass, or a metal alloy called alpaca, which is a combination of copper, nickel and zinc.

Trade Fair Manuals

To be successful at a trade fair takes careful planning. Here a some excellent manuals that provide valuable information on everything you need to know about participating in a trade fair.

Export Readiness Tools

Before you dive into trying to export, be prepared!  These resources can help you evaluate if you are ready for the export market:

How to Market on the Internet

Learn how to make the most of the web to market your products. These manuals offer good suggestions on how to optimize your website and drive people to it.