Wisconsin Growers Co-op was founded in 2006 to help 20 families maintain ownership of their farms. Its members are dedicated to the idea that if farmers take “good care of…  Read More →

It’s definitely apple season in Minnesota. A coworker and I were reflecting on how lucky we are to have Hoch Orchard with its nearly infinite number of organic apple varieties.…  Read More →

Heartbeet Farm, outside of Lake City, Minn., is a relatively new producer for Seward Co-op. Owned by Joe and Rebecca Schwen, Heartbeet uses a combination of draft horses, small tractors…  Read More →

August means the last stretch of summer and peak season for fresh fruit. How best to bring that to breakfast? Try a Swiss-soak breakfast made using Seven Sundays Bircher muesli…  Read More →

Gardens of Eagan (GOE), a 100-acre certified-organic farm near Northfield, Minn., has always been a place to learn about and grow organic produce. After more than 20 years of growing…  Read More →

Since our relocation in January 2009, Seward Co-op has had tremendous success. Our growth has put the co-op in a very good position that affords us the opportunity to build…  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…

On Saturday, July 20, co-op members and shoppers are invited to travel both within and beyond the city to visit local farms by participating in the third annual Eat Local…  Read More →

The vitality and sustainability of our local food system depends on the presence of a diverse network of growers and the support of a dedicated consumer base. Seward Co-op’s annual…  Read More →

Get creative this spring holiday season with natural egg-dyeing using bulk herbs and spices. Read below for more, and check out this natural egg-dyeing guide from Frontier Co-op. Ingredients (per…  Read More →