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Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month at Seward Co-op

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the contributions that generations of AAPI communities have made to America. The month of May was deliberately chosen, as it marks both the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants to the United States and the completion of the transcontinental railroad, on…

Whole Grain Milling Co.

Based in Southern Minnesota, Whole Grain Milling has been growing and processing organic grains on their third-generation family farm since 1989.

Reflections on Cinco de Mayo

Soon it will be cinco de mayo*, a day that is generally celebrated in Puebla, Mexico and parts of the United States to memorialize an unlikely victory for the Mexican army. On May 5, 1862, during the Second French intervention from 1861-1867, the Battle of Puebla took place. The French army not only outnumbered the…

World Fair Trade Day

Supporting the Global Food System with Equal Exchange World Fair Trade Day has us reflecting on how our everyday purchases help shape the global food system and the lives of the people within it. For instance, when you buy from fair trade products from producers like Equal Exchange, you might think you’re simply buying coffee…

Mayday: Floraria to Working Class Victories to a Minneapolis Staple

Many people look forward to Powderhorn’s Mayday celebration each spring, marking it as the beginning of the summer in the city. But what’s the history of this spirited local holiday? Let’s learn together, then get prepped with us for 2026’s Mayday Parade.

Gifts with Heart for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day has always been a celebration of those in our lives who nurture and care for us, whether they gave birth to us or stepped into our lives later down the line. And as a cooperative community, we take care and consider those for whom Mother’s Day is a time for mourning or self-care.…

Handmade Flower Accessories

You’ll need: Wildflowers with soft, flexible stems (daisies, dandelions, clover, or similar flowers work well) Scissors (or, you can tear stems by hand to thin them) Steps Gather your flowers: Pick an assortment of flowers with soft, bendy stems. Daisies, clover, and dandelions work well. Choose the longest stems possible to make braiding easier. Start…

A green tree

Woodstock Organic Edamame Recall

Woodstock Organic has issued a voluntary recall for its 10 oz. bags of shelled edamame that may be contaminated by metal in the product. The recalled bags of edamame may have been sold at both stores between Oct. 17, 2025 – April 21, 2026. If you bought this product at Seward Co-op during those times,…

Instacart FAQ

Seward Co-op employees are unable to assist with online shopping, order adjustments, deliveries, returns, or technical support. All questions and support requests should be directed to your assigned Instacart personal shopper or to the Instacart help center.

Restore Naturals

Minnesota-based Restore Naturals has been crafting non-toxic cleaning products that minimize environmental impacts since 1991.