Amy’s Kitchen has voluntarily recalled their Light in Sodium Lentil Soup due to a packaging defect. The recalled Amy’s Organic Light in Sodium Lentil Soup may have been sold at both stores between August 10, 2024 – June 12, 2026. If you bought this product from Seward Co-op during that time, it will be fully…
Just Date has voluntarily recalled their Organic Date Syrup because of loose bottle closures on their packaging that allowed product leakage. The recalled Just Date Organic Date Syrup may have been sold at both stores between March 25 – June 23, 2026. If you bought this product from Seward Co-op during that time, it will…
Did you know you can make vivid, beautiful colors from things found in nature? Try natural tie-dyes this summer using fruits, vegetables, and plants. Beets make deep pinks and reds, turmeric produces a bright golden yellow, and blueberries create soft purples.
Friendship store Grocery Manager Shawn K. (he/him) knows that cooperation can transform a grocery store from being a place where you merely buy food to a community hub. After spending time working in conventional grocery stores just outside of Minneapolis, his partner introduced him to the idea of a cooperative grocery store. “I loved the…
What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It’s also known as Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, and Freedom Day. Although Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation was issued Jan. 1, 1863, it was not always enforced. This left many enslaved people in bondage for another two and a half years,…
This letter from the CEO comes from the summer issue of Seward Co-op’s quarterly newsletter publication Sprout! Read our newest issue to learn about products, upcoming events, and co-op staff. Happy summer, fellow cooperators! It’s great to walk down streets lined with green and feel the warmth of the sun. Here at Seward Co-op, our…
No one knows how to appreciate summer quite as much as Minnesotans. After all, many of us spent all winter cooped up, so why not enjoy the season to the fullest with a film at a Minneapolis park? We’re here to help you with ideas to pack for your best outdoor movie night yet.
This is our latest quarterly financial update for Seward Co-op employees and owners. Dear Seward Co-op Community, In the March update, we noted that sales growth at Seward Co-op, and among co-ops nationally, had slowed during 2025. That trend has continued into 2026, and it appears to reflect broader conditions across the grocery industry. At…
About Kadejan Inc. Kadejan was founded in 1989, and is a multi-generational, family-owned chicken and turkey producer from Glenwood, Minn. The name “Kadejan” is an acronym made from the first letters of the owner’s children, showing their commitment to running a family-owned business. They began by raising pheasants and eventually were able to expand production…
Summer is here, and folks are gearing up their grills for a weekend of hearty cookouts. Whether you’re trying some new recipes for a Juneteenth barbeque or whipping up your go-to menu for a day of grilling, Seward Co-op has a wide variety of meats, veggies, and plant-based proteins to make your weekend delicious. When you…
