I wasn't aware fair trade products were inherently inferior. Since they're mostly agricultural there's just not a lot of room for manufacturing error. A bean is a bean. Or at least that's how it looks to me. Did you buy some square tomatoes or something? Never mind, those sound easier to slice.
Is there no avatar request thread? Normally, I make my own or take an existing picture and shrink it, but I think this one needs a special touch. If anyone is interested in helping me, I'd appreciate it greatly.