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Creamery Building Update – Aug. ’24

It is with much excitement for the future of Seward Co-op that we are announcing an agreement with a local non-profit to purchase the Creamery building. At this time, the agreement requires us to keep the identity of the buyer confidential. However, the buyer is deeply aligned with our values and Ends, and we are…

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Sweeten Your Summer with Ice Cream

Sprinkle a little fun into your freezer this summer with ice cream from Seward Co-op. Whether you’re looking for a classic flavor, dairy-free options, or refreshing popsicles, we’ve got the scoop on what to try. Check out these staff picks to help you find your favorite flavor.

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Tempeh Tantrum

Learn about Tempeh Tantrum In 2003, Ryan Billig visited Indonesia to study gamelan, traditional Indonesian percussive music. During his time there, Ryan enjoyed the local food, especially the banana leaf-wrapped tempeh. Tempeh, a plant-based protein made from fermented soy beans, is something that had interested Ryan for a long time, especially when he was working…

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Talking Teff: The Story of the World’s Smallest Grain

If you’re a frequent shopper at the Franklin store, you’ve probably noticed wooden pallets stacked high with large brown bags on the sales floor. These bags are filled with flour made from a grain called “teff,” a crop indigenous to Ethiopia that is the main ingredient used to make injera, a fermented flatbread that is…

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Santa Cruz Organic Raspberry Lemonade Recall

TruRoots LLC has voluntarily recalled certain bottles of 32 oz. Santa Cruz Organic Raspberry Lemonade because it is mislabeled: the product is actually Santa Cruz Organic Strawberry Lemonade that has been labeled as raspberry. No other Santa Cruz Organic products are affected by this recall. Seward Co-op may have sold these products from April 17…

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Veggie and Fruit Color Wheel

Brighten up an afternoon snack with a rainbow of fruits and veggies. Browse the Produce department for your summer favorites, or try something new! See how much you can find from local farms (Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa). Here are a few ideas to get you started: • Red Peppers • Green Zucchini • Pink Radishes…

New At the Co-op – Summer 2024

Find your new favorite items at Seward Co-op

Tickler Red Onion Cheddar This English Cheddar is a delight for your palate and would be perfect on any picnic plate. This “extra mature” cheese is sharp and bright but mellows to a fine creaminess at the finish. Adding to its complexity is the inclusion of caramelized red onions. They add richness and flavor which…

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Heating Up the Grill and Taking Time to Chill

We’re not hot and cold about it: summer is a prime season for local meats, sweet treats, and plenty of other tasty eats. Whether you’re spending the summer basking in the sun or relaxing in the shade, Seward Co-op has a variety of sun-sational items to get your grill hot and keep you cool.

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Notes of Eden

Learn About Notes of Eden Husband and wife team Florence and James Craig have always desired to bring more beauty, kindness, and encouragement into the world. So when Florence received a professional printer from James as a surprise gift, it would spark an idea: printing cards on plantable, seed-embedded paper. These unique gifts would bring…