As we reflect on fiscal year 2019, Seward Co-op has a lot to celebrate as an organization and community of owners. Below are some highlights from our 2019 Scorecard. More details on how Seward Co-op has met our Ends Statement can be found in the 2019 Scorecard. Equitable, Economic Relationships Since the collective bargaining agreement…
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2019 Annual Owner Meeting. This year’s meeting was held at the University of Minnesota’s student union on Tuesday. Oct. 22. Our 2019 Annual Owner Meeting was the third installment in examining the vital role of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color have had and continue to have in…
Congratulations to LaDonna Sanders Redmond, Shiranthi Goonathilaka, Jill Krueger, Me’Lea Connelly and Roderick McCulloch! Together with the current members, these individuals are responsible for articulating the vision and goals for Seward Co-op that management pursues and achieves. The 2019 election featured a large pool of highly qualified candidates. Thank you to all who ran and…
Halloween time calls for fun! This year, shop your values without sacrificing the fun. At Seward Co-op we have supplies and tasty treats to help you get ready for Halloween! Whip up some easy fun with our suggested recipes, Community Foods products, and Seward-made treats that are sure to satisfy.
Halloween Creatures made with Bulk Department Items Treats are a must have for Halloween. Alternatives treats to wrapped candy don’t have to be plain! Use the Bulk department make some spooky snacks that are tasty yet simple! Prepare these critters with loved ones or prepare for guests your entertaining. Rats, spiders, Roaches and mice you…
Halloween is a time for embracing fun and enjoying sweet treats! Attending a Halloween party or looking for something to enjoy with a spooky movie? We have something tasty for you—even if you have specific dietary needs. We whipped up some fun with Seward-made Halloween cupcakes without you having to breaking out the whisk. Now…
On October 1, the Star Tribune published an article outlining a leadership crisis at Village Financial, the organization scheduled to be the October SEED grant recipient at Seward Community Co-op. The conflict involves a Seward Co-op board member as well as a number of board candidates. This news understandably brought up a number of questions…
King Arthur Flour has issued a voluntary recall of specific lots of its Unbleached All-Purpose Flour 5 lb. in cooperation with ADM Milling Company because of the potential presence of E. coli 026 which was discovered through sampling. To date, they have not received any confirmed reports of illnesses related to this product, which was…
Seward Co-op works to sustain a healthy community that has equitable economic relationships, positive environmental impacts and inclusive, socially responsible practices. We contribute to a more equitable economy by offering quality products through intentional sourcing. Sourcing from producers that best align with our cooperative values help reach our mission to sustain a healthy community. Shopping…
Monday, Oct. 14 is Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The hot bars at both stores will feature foods from the James Beard award-winning cookbook The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen written by Sean Sherman and Beth Dooley. The cookbook will also be for sale, for those who want to learn more about indigenous food. Indigenous Peoples’ Day Hot…
