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Learn More About Domestic Fair Trade

The Domestic Fair Trade Association, in partnership with the Center for Fair and Alternative Trade at Colorado State University, released on May 11 a compilation of all the research that’s ever been done about domestic fair trade, just in time for World Fair Trade Day on May 12. Seward Community Co-op is a founding member…  Read More

Celebrate World Fair Trade Day

On May 12, we celebrated World Fair Trade Day and the hard work, resilience, and innovation of small-scale farmers and artisans. And this May, Fair World Project is partnering with brands committed to working with farmers to offer deals on their fair trade products, along with offering more opportunities to get involved. The basics of…  Read More

Equal Exchange: Cooperatively Creating Fair Trade Partnerships for 30 Years

Co-ops around the world share a set of guiding principles with Seward Co-op, including “cooperation among cooperatives,” and “concern for community.” When you purchase delicious healthy food at the co-op, you’re supporting a business that cares about people and contributes to a livable, sustainable community. And when you choose products from co-op farmers and vendors,…  Read More

Equal Exchange Cooperatively Creating Fair Trade Partnerships for 30 Years!

This year, fair trade pioneer Equal Exchange marks its 30th year as an organization and its 10th year in the banana trade. Since its inception, Equal Exchange has worked tirelessly to give small farmers a place in the global marketplace with the mission of connecting farmers with consumers. Embedded deep within Equal Exchange’s mission is…  Read More

World Fair Trade Day

Saturday, May 14, World Fair Trade Day, is a global celebration of fair trade bringing together those committed to building healthy and sustainable communities worldwide. When you choose fair trade products and ingredients, you help improve the lives of small-scale farmers, farm-workers, producers and their families.Create Positive Change with World Fair Trade DayThis May, we…  Read More

Winter Self Care

However you unwind this winter, Seward Co-op has several items made by fair trade producers and several Community Foods makers to supply your self-care routine.