After years of questions and concerns, there is now a National Standard for the disclosure of genetically modified foods. The National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard, authorized by congress in 2016, became mandatory at the start of 2022. The new National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard represents a change in approach to labeling genetically modified organisms (GMOs),…
March is Women’s History Month. We are proud to stock our shelves year-round with many women-owned businesses that often qualify for our Community Foods program. Learn more about a few of them below, then check out more Community Foods producers here.
Learn About Beeler’s In 1846, Fred Beeler immigrated to the United States from Germany and settled in Madison County, Iowa. He established a farm and began to raise pigs. Six generations later, his descendants are still raising pigs the traditional way he did—with a vegetarian diet, without antibiotics or bioengineered products. Support Small-Scale, Local Pork…
Learn About Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is based in the Heart of Wisconsin’s Dairyland in the town of Ellsworth — known as the “Cheese Curd Capital of Wisconsin.” The cooperative was founded in 1910 and primarily made butter and had chickens for laying eggs. After many innovations and expansions, they transitioned to making…
Sustain Black-Owned Businesses at Seward Co-op Celebrate Black and African-American-owned businesses year-round! We are honored to stock our stores with a multitude of food and personal care products that sustain inclusively-owned businesses. Our Ends Statement is rooted in equitable economic relationships, positive environmental impacts, and inclusive, socially responsible practices. Although we know that alone we…
Game Day is a time to gather with tasty snacks and good company. For those planning to watch the big game, or for those who just want a few new shareable snacks, we’ve got some ideas for feeding your group using Nourish recipes! Nourish vegetarian recipes feed four people for $10, and Nourish recipes with…
We’ve officially made it past the winter solstice, and that alone is a reason for rejoicing! Along with a little bit of extra daylight, we also usher in the peak of citrus season. Along with more sun in the sky, bright, juicy fruit are arriving at the co-op each day. Let us share some of…
Seward Co-op is located in Dakota territory, where Dakota, Ojibwe, and many other Native people continue to live and exercise their sovereignty. As a cooperatively owned and community based business, we continue to learn and grow our practice in acknowledging Indigenous land and history. Since 2021, we have been proud to co-present the Indigenous Foods…
For nearly 50 years at Seward Co-op, we have taken great pride in being a reputable source for high-quality, ethically sourced food, and other household goods. We look forward to supporting safe family and community gatherings again as we celebrate the season. Pressure on the global supply chain has been constant throughout the pandemic. Retailers…
Tap into the expertise from our Meat & Seafood staff to find the right meat cuts for upcoming winter celebrations.
