Ben & Jerry's is an American company that produces ice cream, frozen yoghurts and sorbets. The company has a three-part mission to ensure prosperity for everyone involved in business: the supply chain, the environment and consumers. The company cares for farmers, both those in the United States and Europe producing milk, and those from poor countries producing cocoa, sugar and vanilla for ice cream. That is why the products are Fairtade certified. The offer includes vegan versions of ice cream. Ben & Jerry introduces a number of activities aimed at reducing the environmental costs of its operations, e.g. by reducing the carbon footprint or plastic in packaging. Cares for animal welfare. The company supports sexual minorities and other groups at risk of social exclusion with its activities.