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CherryPie	Posted - Jan 02 2010 : 7:50:02 PM Does anyone participate in a food co-op? There is one about 20 miles from me and I'm wondering if it would be worthwhile to purchase a membership to get access to organic products at lower prices. I haven't done one before and I thought I'd check with you all for advice. Kimberly Ann Farmgirl Sister #225 Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Eager Podcaster http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ Podcasts at http://thefannyfarm.blogspot.com/
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CherryPie	Posted - Jan 21 2010 : 08:00:07 AM I clicked on an item but there aren't any prices. How do you know how much? Kimberly Ann Farmgirl Sister #225 Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Eager Podcaster http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ Podcasts at http://thefannyfarm.blogspot.com/
CherryPie	Posted - Jan 21 2010 : 07:57:57 AM Angie, I'll definitely check out the site and we could do a farmgirl lunch meet up. :-) Kimberly Ann Farmgirl Sister #225 Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Eager Podcaster http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ Podcasts at http://thefannyfarm.blogspot.com/
emsmommy5	Posted - Jan 20 2010 : 9:24:04 PM THey do fresh, canned, dried and frozen. All kinds! If you want to add your order in when we do it, I know we can work out the meet and deliver if necessary! =) farmgirl lunch? Do what you love, love what you do.
quiltin mama	Posted - Jan 20 2010 : 8:58:31 PM They do fresh- did you get to check out their site? my blog www.mountainhomequilts.blogspot.com handmade quilts on etsy www.mountainhomequilts.etsy.com
CherryPie	Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 10:25:24 AM Angie, that's good to know. The coop I was thinking about was located in Yelm, but that is a bit of a stretch for me. Does Azure do fresh produce or just frozen/canned/dry goods? Kimberly Ann Farmgirl Sister #225 Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Eager Podcaster http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ Podcasts at http://thefannyfarm.blogspot.com/
emsmommy5	Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 09:37:31 AM Kimberly There are several of us that order from Azure. They deliver to puyallup on their way to us. Do what you love, love what you do.
CherryPie	Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 08:49:40 AM Thanks, Heather. I'll check them out. Kimberly Ann Farmgirl Sister #225 Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Eager Podcaster http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ Podcasts at http://thefannyfarm.blogspot.com/
quiltin mama	Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 08:36:41 AM Kimberly Ann, Check out; http://www.azurestandard.com/ I buy from them here in N. CA and I'm sure they have drops in WA. At least in Tacoma if not in your town. I've been very pleased with them. :) my blog www.mountainhomequilts.blogspot.com handmade quilts on etsy www.mountainhomequilts.etsy.com
herblady55	Posted - Jan 06 2010 : 3:28:30 PM Thanks Kathy, I'll check it out. Farmgirl Sister# 905 Judy Hugs&Squeezles! I am not contained between my hat and my boots! -Walt Whitman-
KathyC	Posted - Jan 06 2010 : 10:46:13 AM Judy, We are in a co-op http://www.somethingbetternaturalfoods.com/index.html- you can go to their site and see if there's one in your area. They do most of the east coast and have expanded even down into Alabama. They don't have fresh fruits and veggies, but do have a lot of staple items, beans, nuts, grains, etc and you can choose organic or commercial. We have been buying from them for over 10 years and have been very pleased. The local co-ops that order from them can set them up any way they choose - or if your on their route, you can set up your own co-op. The one were in now, one family does all the work and just charges each family $3.00 each time they order. This family does all the ordering, picks up the order, sorts it out and you just pick it up at their house. The one were in 10 years ago was a share the work, someone did the ordering, someone else did the bookkeeping, teams would unload the truck and sort out orders ( this was a much larger co-op). Kathy
OKCookee	Posted - Jan 05 2010 : 8:50:02 PM We belong to a coop here in central OK. Ordering is once a month - on line. Then we have a bunch of sites to choose from to pick up the order. We joined to be able to buy local food that is healthy (pesticide free, free-range, grass-fed, not over processed, etc.). We have really enjoyed it, but the products are not cheaper than the grocery stores - just lots better for you. We figure you can either pay for the better food or pay the pharma companies - we choose the food. We paid a small membership fee that is refundable if we leave the coop. There is a small "shipping and handling" charge each time, but we can volunteer to help - volunteers are paid by the hour. That amount can then be deducted from our monthly order. I don't know how other coops work - just how ours does. Hugs, Chris "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest". Matthew 11:28
StarMeadow	Posted - Jan 04 2010 : 09:52:55 AM We made our own co-op years ago. We actually had to call it a "food buying club". There were several families and we ordered from a large distributer who came by us once a month. We would plan a meal together and wait for the truck...then unload and split/re-pack. It worked for a while but then everyone's busy lives got in the way. You need a central location to unload and sometimes there are weight restrictions for unloading/etc. Especially in a residential neighborhood. The food we got was great. I didn't cook the way everyone else did though and wasn't organized enough but I did like getting my essential oils and what not much cheaper... I'd like to do it again I think. I did love shopping at the local food co-op though when I lived in a larger city. That was great. I'd go down once a week...but did the mass transit thing too back then.
Merry	Posted - Jan 03 2010 : 2:55:31 PM I found mine through localharvest.org I think or .com. Merry Farmgirl #536 http://iowafoodcoop.blogspot.com http://afarminmyheart.blogspot.com/ Don't pray for a lighter load, pray for a stronger back.
herblady55	Posted - Jan 03 2010 : 1:00:41 PM I'm just curious how a person finds a co-op in their area. Is there a website where you just put in your zip code to find one? Farmgirl Sister# 905 Judy Hugs&Squeezles! I am not contained between my hat and my boots! -Walt Whitman-
Merry	Posted - Jan 02 2010 : 9:20:04 PM I am in a coop here in central Iowa, best thing I ever did, if only for the great meat, cheese and eggs. Its slowed down because its cold now, but the summer produce couldn't be beat, and its all local. Merry Farmgirl #536 http://iowafoodcoop.blogspot.com http://afarminmyheart.blogspot.com/ Don't pray for a lighter load, pray for a stronger back.
emsmommy5	Posted - Jan 02 2010 : 8:58:39 PM Where is the one near you? I may know about it. Do what you love, love what you do.

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