Our Cave to Co-op cheese for July 2017 is Mad River Blue from von Trapp Farmstead, Waitsfield, Vermont. From 1959, when Werner and Erika von Trapp purchased the von Trapp Farm, it has been a working dairy. Over the course of three generations, the farm has transitioned to a certified organic dairy and in 2009 added cheese […]
During June, you can round up the change from your purchases to benefit the Monadnock Food Co-op Farm Fund; created through a partnership with the Cheshire County Conservation District to support local farmers in increasing sustainable food production and wholesale sales to contribute to a thriving local farm economy. Typically co-op customers contribute between $4000 […]
June 2017 Minneola Tangelo These are by far the best citrus fruits I’ve had all season—sweet and refreshing with a tiny tang. The skins peel easy and there are no seeds making them a super convenient and healthy snack for anytime or anywhere. Try one—you won’t be disappointed! —Michael F. All Terrain Poison Ivy/Oak Spray […]
Our Cave to Co-op cheese for June 2017 is Lake Street Colby from Bridport, VT. Nicole was born and raised on her family farm on the shores of Lake Champlain in Bridport, Vermont. Iroquois Acres was established over 50 years ago. Her family milks 325 cows on 1200 acres of farmland. Nicole has always been extremely involved […]
This is the time of year when your Co-op Board of Directors starts looking towards the Fall and preparing for the election of three new board members. Active participation of member-owners is vital to our co-op’s success and future growth. Serving on the board is one way to contribute. Our Nominating Committee is working to […]
This time of year, when the cover comes off the grill and everyone is excited to get together for their summer barbeques, there is one staple that cannot be overlooked: CORN, and only the sweetest will do! At the Monadnock Food Co-op, we wait patiently for the local crop of organic corn from Harlow Farm […]
Unexpected opportunities often arise out of less than ideal situations; climate change is a perfect example. Climate change offers us a chance to retool, rethink and re-imagine our society and our world. And while big change can be scary and intimidating, it also presents incredible opportunity to imagine a world that better serves everyone and […]
At our co-op we strive to reduce food waste in every way we can. When our Prepared Foods Department makes our kale salads, they take all of the kale stems to the Beverage Bar for juicing. When our Produce Department has fruits and veggies that are perfectly good for eating but not salable for one […]
The flowers are blooming, trees are leafing out and each day brings more light. Our co-op shines bright as the community continues to enthusiastically support our cooperative store. With all this Spring energy, your Board is working to insure your co-op is the very best it can be! We are beginning the process for recruiting […]
Every quarter we recognize an employee who exemplifies the co-op spirit. Ben Beauvais is the well-deserving recipient this time around. His co-workers say Ben is always listening to what the customer is asking for and will always look for ways to improve upon or create that product. His co-workers say Ben has a heart of gold […]
