2014 Wedgeshare Grants Available Call for Applications The Wedge is soliciting grant applications from organizations that work for sustainable development through environment, health, wellness, food agriculture, or cooperative-related activities. If you work for or know of any organizations that fit one or more of these criteria, we encourage you to let them know that the… Read More →
by Linda Halley, Farm Manager Gardens of Eagan (GOE) Farm is making an exciting transition. As we wind up the last few months of our five-year lease on the Diffley farm, we are in full swing just down the road, building a packing shed and tractor garage on farmland The Wedge purchased this past winter.… Read More →
By Jess Pierce Director of Brand Marketing Notice something different? This newsletter probably looks a bit bare to you. This is not a mistake but intentional, as we have some exciting news to share. Beginning in March, The Wedge will be updating its brand and logo, on everything from the signage in the store to… Read More →
The “At the Wedge” newsletter has been a staple of co-op membership since September 1975. It has had many names and looks over the years, from the imaginative Zucchini Express in the ’70s to the utilitarian Wedge Newsletter of the ’90s. And starting in March, it will be changing again. One of the biggest changes… Read More →
897 ballots were cast for board of directors candidates. Mike Dooley 623 Emily Anderson 595 Veronica Walther 376 Emily Anderson and Mike Dooley will serve three-year terms. The board thanks all the outstanding candidates for their willingness to stand in this election. 2012 Wedgeshare Grants: Emergency Foodshelf Network $10,000 Open Arms of MN $10,000 Water… Read More →
by Danelle Rydel, Store Manager The store manager position is new for The Wedge as well as for me. Since taking the position last winter, I have immersed myself in all the departments to understand what really makes our co-op tick. I have focused on not just spending time with department managers but also with… Read More →
By Nancy Brown I used to assume I could avoid genetically engineered ingredients (also known as genetically modified organisms or GMOs) by reading labels and sticking to “natural” brands. And I wasn’t alone. According to the Cornucopia Institute’s “Cereal Crimes” report, many consumers wrongly believe that the foods produced and marketed by brands making “natural”… Read More →
By Elizabeth Archerd Outgoing Director of Community Relations After more than three decades, my career at The Wedge Community Co-op has finally come to an end. Several old friends have asked if leaving is bittersweet. I hope no one takes this the wrong way, but retiring now just feels sweet. I can leave with ease,… Read More →
If you think Thanksgiving was a busy time at The Wedge, wait ’til you see what Co-op Partners Warehouse (CPW) was up to that week. CPW, our direct produce-buying and distributing program, did some serious work to ensure that co-op shoppers all over the Midwest got fresh, local and organic produce to put on their… Read More →
The Wedge Board of Directors is pleased to report that in the past year The Wedge continued to do very well. The loyalty and support of our members and the commitment of our dedicated and highly skilled staff continue to make The Wedge a national model among co-ops. Our commitment to remain connected to the… Read More →
