| Have you shopped at the new GreenTree Co-op Market at 410 W. Broadway yet? Suggestion: Get over there!! It is large and beautiful and has many new healthy selections. The Co-op has great parking, updated grocery carts, a huge kitchen, and a place to sit down and enjoy a coffee and more. The sushi is very good! |  |
Why buy and eat locally? It is better for our health, our environment, aids the local economy, and creates community and connection. The GreenTree Co-op increased their working staff by 40% with their recent move. Some might say that prices are high, and with inflation rearing it’s ugly head, we have choices. How many
folks in the United States who live in urban households are willing to pay more for local food? 95%.
Statistics say that approximately 38% are willing to pay up to 5% more for local food. Globally people in the United States spend 6.4% of their family income on food - the very least in the whole world according the stats from the World Economic Forum. Where we spend our money is important. Cooperatives give back to the buyer and the community. Check out the 7 Cooperative Principles and be delighted that we have this choice. How exciting to improve and expand the Green Tree Cooperative Market in Mt. Pleasant, and see the profits go back into our community.
folks in the United States who live in urban households are willing to pay more for local food? 95%.
Statistics say that approximately 38% are willing to pay up to 5% more for local food. Globally people in the United States spend 6.4% of their family income on food - the very least in the whole world according the stats from the World Economic Forum. Where we spend our money is important. Cooperatives give back to the buyer and the community. Check out the 7 Cooperative Principles and be delighted that we have this choice. How exciting to improve and expand the Green Tree Cooperative Market in Mt. Pleasant, and see the profits go back into our community.
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