We provide the highest-quality, certified-organic produce (when available) and emphasize direct buying relationships with local family farms and vendors. We source much of our produce through our own certified-organic distribution warehouse, Co-op Partner’s Warehouse, who sources from local farmers and producers. Our Produce departments strive to maintain a bountiful seasonal selection and bring our customers the freshest and healthiest options. Our product selections are based on the following criteria:

→ Support local sustainable growers;

→ Utilize local certified-organic or certified-organic products whenever possible;

→ Stock fair-trade products when available;

→ Provide conventional produce when an organic version is not available, is prohibitively expensive or the quality does not meet our criteria;

→ Stock products that reflect the season, are highest-quality, are based on customer requests and reflect fair market pricing;

→ Strive to avoid carrying products that are genetically modified, waxed, or produced with methods relying on synthetic chemicals or petroleum-based pesticides; and

→ Providing floral options that are the least chemically treated and preferably locally grown.

We are committed to providing convenient options without sacrificing freshness, flavor or nutrition. Our kitchens prepare everything from fresh soups and sandwiches to grain bowls and rotisserie chicken each day. Everything is made from scratch in house or our production kitchen with the same quality and sourcing standards we apply to everything else. We use the highest quality, locally sourced, organic ingredients whenever possible and take the following steps to ensure we meet these standards:

→ Source from our own certified organic distribution warehouse, Co-op Partners Warehouse, as a first option for produce;

→ Source the highest-quality produce and dry goods with a preference for local and organic;

→ Source meat locally when possible and always antibiotic free and raised without hormones— our seafood is always sustainably sourced;

→ Avoid artificial colors and preservatives, aspartame, BGH, antibiotics, benzoates, carrageenan, HFCS, hydrogenated oil, modified food starch; and

→ Package with post-consumer recycled and recyclable plastics or compostable fiber for reheatables, catering, or take out.

We support small farmers who are dedicated to animal husbandry practices that prioritize the health of the animals and a respect for the environment. The meats we sell are sustainably raised and free of added growth hormones and antibiotics. We offer a full line of fresh and unique meat products including beef, pork, lamb, bison, chicken, turkey, game and other specialty products sourced with emphasis on the following principles:

→ Natural products free of additives, preservatives, antibiotics and hormones;

→ Minimizing environmental impact through use of sustainable practices;

→ Ethical treatment of animals;

→ Support of local family farms;

→ Continued commitment to education, departmental growth and development; and

→ Value to the customer.

Our co-op recognizes long-term sustainability when selecting our fresh and frozen seafood products. We are committed to stocking our seafood case with a balance of the highest-quality and most sustainable wild-caught and farmed fish varieties available.

We follow the recommendations of the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch program. This program rates seafood choices according to environmental criteria. The categories are:

→ Green — best choice

→ Yellow — a good alternative

→ Red — fish to avoid

As we source seafood, our goal is for most of our seafood to be green, with a limited amount yellow. We will never source seafood from the red list

We have long been a cornerstone of the community, providing the best organic and natural options for your home and family. We offer experienced and knowledgeable customer service, a wide array of products that fit your dietary needs and a positive shopping experience.

Our grocery department sources sustainable food and household items made by socially conscious producers from around the globe, as well as from your neighbors right in your backyard. We’re proud to stock everything your family needs. Rest assured that your purchases are casting a vote for the community and planet.

Our Health & Body Care departments partner with companies that use the highest quality ingredients to nurture you and your family. We are committed to providing supplements from vendors that pass our rigorous standards and have been thoroughly evaluated for potency, safety and efficacy. We provide natural body care products in a variety of options to meet the needs of everyone in our community. We prioritize these qualities:

→ Certified organic ingredients;

→ Locally produced products;

→ Certified fair-trade products;

→ Products from small, family owned or fellow cooperative businesses;

→ Compliant with FDA regulations and quality standards via third party certification; and

→ No products that have been tested on animals.

Our knowledgeable Health & Body Care staff is available to answer any questions you may have about our products and producers. It’s our goal to provide the best customer service possible to ensure our customers get the answers they are looking for.