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Working Together to Reduce Food Waste

We’ve all forgotten that yogurt in the back of the fridge, or missed the window to cook up our rainbow chard before it’s started turning. Food waste happens. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it’s estimated that between 30- 40 percent of the food supply is wasted; that’s a lot! So how…

Bulbs of roasted garlic

Celebrate National Garlic Month this April

Ah, garlic. We love it. We crave it. Many of us put in twice as much as a recipe calls for. There are few ingredients as iconic and prevalent in recipes, and even fewer with as long and storied a history as garlic. A member of the onion family, the garlic we know today likely…

Plant illustrations with text reading "Seward Co-op Growing Guide"

From Seeds to Starters: The Seward Co-op Growing Guide

Spring is in the air, and gardening season is just around the corner. With seed packets in stores and starter plants arriving in early May, there are dozens of veggie, fruit, flower, and herb options for you to bring your own personalized plot to life. Whether you’re new to gardening or have more than a…

A drawing of a farm worker with text reading "farmworkers feed the world" and "March 25-31"

National Farmworker Awareness Week

Farmworkers feed the world, and from March 25 through March 31, we work to honor their contributions to our daily lives and create awareness for the issues they face. 85% of the fresh fruit and vegetables we consume are hand-picked, and at Seward Co-op we like to remind ourselves and shoppers about the real cost…

The Harvest (La Cosecha) Film Screening

March 23 - March 30

Seward Co-op is honored to partner with Student Action for Farmwworkers and Shine Global during National Farmworker Awareness Week to provide free access of The Harvest (La Cosecha), the 2010 award-winning documentary that provides an intimate glimpse into the lives of the migrant children who struggle to dream while working 12 – 14 hours a day, 7 days a week to feed America.

A photo of the St. Patrick's Day hot bar offerings, cheddar cheese, and text that reads "We're Seeing Green"

A Seward-Made St. Patrick’s Day

We’re seeing green for St. Patrick’s Day! At Seward Co-op, we celebrate with community members observing St. Patrick’s Day by offering special, seasonal delights. 

Four illustrations of significant Black figures in food history with text reading "Celebrating Black History"

Honoring Historic Black Innovators in the Food World

The culture and production of food in the United States has been deeply molded by the ideas and innovations of Black people. The first racially integrated café in Minneapolis—Dreamland Café—was founded by Anthony B. Cassius, a refugee from the Tulsa riots, just a block from the Seward Co-op Friendship store; the site is home to…

A collage of two photos of non-alcoholic drinks

Dry January Drinks or Anytime N/A Sips

For many, January brings opportunities for resets in our habits. Whether we’re committing to eating less meat throughout the week or increasing our gym frequency, many of us are considering ways to be kinder to our minds and bodies at the beginning of the new year. Many people kick off the new year by participating…

A person using a reusable container at the Hot Bar

Reusable Hot Bar Containers at Seward Co-op

One of the most exciting departments at Seward Co-op is the Deli, especially for the constantly rotating hot bar and the colorful and fresh salad bar. New and featured recipes are always great news, but what about a different way to take your food with you while reducing waste? On your next visit to Seward…