The Beet

A Port Townsend Food Co-op Blog

Whether you're passionate about healthy recipes, sustainability initiatives, local giving programs, or supporting local farms, we’ve got something for you. Stay connected with the latest co-op news, learn how we’re making a difference in the community, and discover how you can get involved. Join us as we promote eco-friendly living and share the best in organic, local food."

The Food Co-op 6/27/23 The Food Co-op 6/27/23

Small Co-ops Bring Big Changes to Their Communities

International Cooperative Day is the annual celebration of the cooperative movement, celebrated on the first Saturday of July, which this year is July 1. The celebration aims to increase awareness about cooperatives and their contributions to economic and social development, as well as promote the movement’s ideas of international solidarity, equality, and world peace.

The Food Co-op 6/20/23 The Food Co-op 6/20/23

June GM Report

Hear from our GM, Kenna, about everything going on at the Co-op this June!

The Food Co-op 4/18/23 The Food Co-op 4/18/23

April GM Report

Our GM, Kenna, provides insight into what’s happening at the co-op and what we have to look forward to.

Guest User 7/5/22 Guest User 7/5/22

AGM 2022 Summary

Answers to questions that came up at the Annual General Meeting…

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Member Survey Response

Here’s what you told us…

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From the General Manager - patronage dividends

We want to thank you for your support of the Co-op and all the local businesses and farmers.

Guest User 7/6/21 Guest User 7/6/21

General Manager Report: July

I’d like to start this report with a co-op success story…

Guest User 6/29/21 Guest User 6/29/21

MASK UPDATE from the General Manager

Good news everyone! Governor Inslee announced today that most of the COVID-19 restrictions that have been in place will be lifted on Wednesday, June 30th. Read what that means for the Co-op…

Guest User 6/1/21 Guest User 6/1/21

May Report: General Manager

Our staff is busy sourcing new items and/or substitutes, and it looks like they‘re doing a great job! Sales continue to be strong and will meet if not beat the budget in May.