A Cooperative Legacy
The story of cooperation and cooperative economics is not exclusive to European, learn about the legacy of local Black cooperatives.
The story of cooperation and cooperative economics is not exclusive to European, learn about the legacy of local Black cooperatives.
Edna Lewis played a great part in the farm-to-table movement.
Crab apples were the only apples growing reliably in Minnesota before the mid-1800s, but years of experimentation and tree losses from harsh winters have resulted in our state producing some of the most flavorful and unique apples you will find. A short growing season and variable pest problems in local apple orchards make Midwestern organic… Read More →
Join us in celebrating P6 products from small, local farms with 25% discounts on select produce, meat and cheese items every Friday throughout the year. Starting Friday, August 5, look for Farm Fresh Friday sale signs in the stores or check out Seward’s social media sites (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) every Friday for a list… Read More →
Store Specials Owner Deals Dec. 16 – Dec. 29 Dec. 30 – Jan 19
Read on the importance and history of cooperative economics in the African American community
“If you build it, will they come?” That’s the essential question of NPR’s article It Takes More Than A Produce Aisle To Refresh A Food Desert that’s been making the rounds on Facebook and Twitter newsfeeds this week. As it happens, the article is a nice bit of synchronicity for Seward. As we contemplate the… Read More →
The Seward Co-op Board of Directors is asking our owners to approve a change to board compensation to include a monthly stipend for board members. In keeping with our stated goal of creating equitable economic relationships, the stipend would reflect the value that board members create for our co-op. Owner control, as enacted through the…