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Woman-owned Brands!
At the co-op, we prioritize partnerships with vendors that align with our values and reflect our diverse community. These partnerships boost our local economy, support small businesses, and provide unique and delicious products for our customers. This March, we’re shining a light on the woman-owned businesses we support at the co-op. Check out this extensive… Read More →
Winter 2022 New & Now
CELEBRATING OUR VENDORS THIS WINTER At the co-op, we’re proud to carry unique and high-quality products from diverse vendors. In February, we’re highlighting black-owned brands and in March we’re spotlighting brands owned by women. Look for at-shelf signage, profiles, and social media spotlights to learn more about the amazing vendors with whom we partner.
Winter Owner Celebration
Celebrate connection with our Winter Owner Celebration! December 6 – January 2 The holidays are all about connection. Our holiday traditions connect us to our family, friends and childhood memories. We connect around holiday tables filled with delicious food and good conversation. We feel connected by the light and positivity that pulses through our communities… Read More →
Immigrants Working In Local Food
Green Card Voices is a local non-profit organization that uplifts the stories of immigrants living in the Twin Cities and around the US. We’re thrilled to be partnering with them to tell the stories of three local immigrants who own local food businesses in the Twin Cities: Naima Dhore of Naima’s Farm and Somali American… Read More →
Farmer Profile: Johnny Gabriel Navas Aquim of AsoGuabo
The bananas you find at the co-op come from Equal Exchange. Equal Exchange partners with banana farmer co-ops to source organic Fairtrade bananas at fair prices. AsoGuabo is one of those farmer co-ops and Johnny is a young farmer and AsoGuabo member. Johnny is featured on our new mural on the outside of the Lyndale… Read More →
Fairtrade Favorites
We’re proud to carry a variety of Fairtrade-certified products throughout our stores. Look for the Fairtrade certified label to guarantee that your purchase supports small-scale farmers and workers around the globe. Here’s just a sampling of some of customers’ favorite Fairtrade products!
2021 New & Now
LOCAL FACE MASK PROCEEDS SUPPORT AID ORGANIZATIONS Local company Fair Anita works with artisans worldwide to create unique and affordable jewelry and facemasks that support women around the world. 100% of their handmade facemask sales are donated to organizations that support individuals who have been impacted by the pandemic. Since the pandemic began in March…
Fall 2021 Introduction
We envision a food system that keeps all families fed with nutritious foods, one where all farmers are paid fairly, and food is grown in a way that nourishes the soil rather than depletes it. Our fair trade partners are carrying out this vision through relationships with small-scale farmers, distributors and retailers across the globe.… Read More →
2021 Supplement Sale
Boost your immunity, revitalize your wellness routine, or stock up on essentials during our supplement sale! Our knowledgeable staff is ready to help find the products that are right for you. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for supplement tips from local wellness center, Wellness Minneapolis. You can also enter to win a giveaway!