Dear Seward Co-op Owners and shoppers, This is the first in what will be an ongoing series of updates to the co-op’s owners about the co-op’s financial position. Financial Update In our most recent quarter (1/1/24 – 3/31/24), the co-op incurred a very large pre-tax loss of over $310,000. This followed an even greater loss…
From its days as the Whole Wheat News to its longstanding tenure as Sprout!, the Seward Co-op newsletter has always aimed to keep shoppers updated on in-store happenings, highlight staff stories, and inform on topics relating to the local food system. We’re excited to announce that after decades of appearing in print, Sprout! newsletter will…
Learn About Underground Meats With inventive flavors from ingredients like savory and sweet black garlic and botanical gin, the salami from Wisconsin-based Underground Meats is made in the same tradition of culinary craftsmanship that drove its founders’ previous venture: catering. Beginning in 2009 as an extension of the catering business, Underground Meats moved into a…
Even if you haven’t met Win Tun (he/him) formally, it’s likely you’d recognize his smile between the aisles of the Wellness department at the Friendship store. After a long stint at another grocer, Win found himself at Seward Co-op, where he is a member of the Wellness staff. When Win began at the co-op over…
Summer weather has arrived, and with it comes outdoor grilling, afternoons on the beach, hikes through the woods, and long, busy days. Take care this season with Seward Co-op’s Wellness department, from sun care to insect repellent to energizing and calming supplements. *Products may vary by store. If you’d like to know if a store…
Learn About Equal Exchange From the Produce department to the Bulk and Grocery aisles, you may have noticed a brand called Equal Exchange. You may know they sell coffee, tea, chocolate, nuts, avocados, bananas, but did you know they’re a cooperative? And that they work with small farmer cooperatives to source their coffee, tea, chocolate,…
Along with warm weather, barbeques, and many opportunities for outdoor adventures, summer also brings Pride Month. We recognize June as a time to honor and celebrate members of the LGBTQ+ community who paved the way for many of us to live loud and authentically.
Dear Valued Seward Co-op Shoppers, We are reaching out to our community to let you know about an unfortunate, albeit common, credit card scam we recently encountered. A credit card skimmer was detected at Lane 4 at the Franklin store Saturday night, May 11. Skimmers are false PIN pads that are installed on ATMs, point…
Dear Seward Co-op owners, We are writing to provide a financial update and detailed information about recent operational changes, including layoffs that occurred on March 27. We wanted to first communicate with staff members and participate in the required effects bargaining meetings with our union. We always strive to include co-op owners in these communications…
With the warmer months of the year upon us, many people are headed outside for barbeques, parties, and other social gatherings, which may often feature alcoholic beverages. Looking for a way to enjoy some refreshing suds this summer without the risk of a hangover? For those of us who are looking for a non-alcoholic (NA)…
