April
Earth Day at the Co-op is a time for celebration! Keep an Eye on our Social Media during April to see what fun things we have planned.
May
Your Co-op is proud to carry many fair trade products, from bananas to jewelry!
July
Join this international effort to minimize plastic use in July! Pledge on their website and learn more below.
September
Each year, September is dedicated to Palm Done Right. In 2020, we got 1st place in their retailer competition, with a video produced in-house!
What makes a product Organic and why we focus on these products
All produce in unique. Read our Produce Storage Guide to ensure your veggies live the longest life in your fridge!
Turn your veggie scraps into food for your garden. Read our blog and watch our video to learn how!
makeup remover -Glass Jar, with Sealable Lid -2 Cups Filtered Water -1-3 Tbsp. Jojoba Oil -1 Tbsp. Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel **Optional- 15 drops of essential oils (rose, lavender, & chamomile are great for sensitive skin) Add all ingredients to a mason jar, or any...
What is Plastic Free July? Plastic Free July® is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution. The movement has inspired 100+ million participants in 190 countries and our involvement in Plastic Free July is to help...
What is Natural Wine? Written by Beer, Wine, and Spirits Specialist Sterling Carlton “Natural wine” has become a very broad term, you’ve likely heard it before. When the subject comes up, I’m often asked, “Isn’t all wine natural?” followed by, “…so it’s...
You know, in a good way! They’re called beneficial bugs, after all, because they’re a boon to your garden and the planet. Beneficial bugs fall into one or more of three categories pollinators: these bugaboos are an essential component in the reproduction...
Ideas for Celebrating Earth Day! Learn Something New! Learn a new skill that helps limit your impact on the Environment. Bike Repair – the Bike Campaign and Bike Garage are happy help! Build a Compost Bin Learn to Mend and Hem Your Clothes with UC Davis Zero...
Good news! Davis is perfectly situated for a long and productive growing season. Even tiny apartment balcony gardens can be very productive with the right conditions. But container gardens aren’t just for folks with limited space. Here are the big beats when it comes...
From the Road: Trefethen Family Vineyards Written by Sterling Carlton, Beer, Wine & Spirits Specialist Another Monday, another scenic drive through meticulously contoured vineyards flanking either side of the Silverado Trail. Eventually making our way to Oak Knoll...
One of the largest impacts of the Pandemic over the last two years was towards food security, a topic you may have become more familiar with as demand for food bank services reached an all time high. As a co-op and part of the community, many of us inherently...
Why Buying Local is Sustainable Transportation Our Rainwater Navel Oranges travel about 35 minutes from farm to the Co-op. This travel time is essential when considering the carbon footprint of your food. The more miles food travels during transportation, the more...