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Title Issue Date

It takes a lot to manage a food co-op. Co-op general managers (GMs) are responsible not only for the retail operations but also for budgeting, financial analysis, marketing, inform

183 Mar-Apr 2016 March 28, 2016

What was the largest consumer cooperative in the world, the U.K. Co-operative Group, has lately been in trouble, and things look bleak for its offshoot bank.

183 Mar-Apr 2016 March 28, 2016

It’s that second cooperative principle: Democratic Member Control. 

183 Mar-Apr 2016 March 28, 2016

Over three years ago, Central Co-op made a commitment to strategically work to align with the principles and values of the “Statement of Cooperative Identity.” The relationship with labor is imposs

183 Mar-Apr 2016 March 28, 2016

Editor’s note: 

183 Mar-Apr 2016 March 28, 2016

There is a world of cooperatives out there, inevitably full of both potential and problems.

183 Mar-Apr 2016 March 28, 2016

Macomb, Illinois

March 23, 2016

by the editorial staff of the Free-Lance Star

March 16, 2016

March 20, 2016
Created on Monday, 29 February 2016 19:55 – by Morgan Vaudrien

ST. JOHNSBURY- The St.

March 20, 2016

It’s that second cooperative principle: Democratic Member Control. 

March 10, 2016

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A bill banning state-level labeling rules for GMOs in food passed a Senate committee this week, and Minnesota Sen.

March 6, 2016

A growing number of cities are investing in co-ops to keep money local and neighborhoods affordable.

March 1, 2016
LEADer Board Newsletter March 1, 2016
How to Apply – Guidelines and Process for Grant Application
All active cooperative communicators are eligible to apply for grants, with preference given to t
March 1, 2016

The timeline has taken a swift turn and it's now time to ramp up in many areas, including hiring employees.

February 15, 2016

A local food cooperative is conducting detailed studies of two potential sites for a grocery store after opting out of the lease for a site on the north side of Columbus.

February 14, 2016
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The newest (2016) version of a very informative chart, “Who Owns Organics,” has been made available by its author, Dr.

Endcap Articles February 5, 2016

There is much to be thankful for in the world of food cooperatives.

182 January-February 2016 February 5, 2016

Gaining members quickly and efficiently is a major hurdle for most startup co-ops.

182 January-February 2016 February 5, 2016

Food Co-op Initiative (FCI) is thrilled to announce its long-awaited Capital Campaign Workbook. This new guide replaces and updates the material in our popular Member Loan Toolbox.

182 January-February 2016 February 5, 2016