Medford Food Co-op

Check out what's in season this August! Visit your local farmers market or stop in the Co-op, where you can use Double Up Food Bucks on fresh, organic, & local produce.

Co-op ownership pays for itself! Owners benefits result in a lifetime of savings, including:
🎁 10% OFF your first purchase
💵 Monthly owner coupons
💚 10% OFF Co+op Deals every day
💎 Patronage dividends in profitable years
👜 Free reusable tote
📬 Annual meeting invitation
🗳️ Voting rights
🙋 Run for a seat on the Board

Join during the month of August and get a FREE $10 gift card! Offer limited to the first 50 new owners. Learn more at 👉 https://www.medfordfood.coop/ownership

Lucky YOU! ♠️ In celebration of our 13th anniversary, we have 13 AMAZING deals just for you. From Dr. Bronner's organic chocolate bars to bulk peanut butter from Hummingbird Wholesale to locally made wellness products from Inesscents Aromatic Botanicals, these 13 deals are just too good to ignore.

Shop and save: https://www.medfordfood.coop/calendar/lucky-13-anniversary-sale

Visit the Co-op tomorrow, August 15th from 3-6pm for a local wine tasting featuring Grit Cellars🍷🥂

Grit Cellars takes a hands-on approach to winemaking, using traditional techniques to create wines that are balanced, complex, and full of character. Their commitment to quality is unwavering, and they believe that every bottle of wine should be a true expression of the land and the people who make it.

Find tasting table events and more: https://www.medfordfood.coop/calendar/tasting-table-grit-cellars-2024

You can help Rogue Riverkeeper protect and restore clean water in our community! Positive Change funds will be used to support Rogue Riverkeeper's participation in the Bear Creek Stewardship Day clean-ups, operate a lab and sampling program to monitor waterways for water contact safety, and publically share water quality results on the Swim Guide. Learn more at https://www.medfordfood.coop/positive-change/august-2024

As a cooperative, we take a multifaceted approach when it comes to creating a stronger, healthier, and more diverse food system. We collaborate with others in our local and regional food systems and encourage staff to seek and build relationships with farmers and producers. In addition to direct support for our local food system, the Co-op also gives back to the community through our robust outreach programs.

The first 50 new owners to join in August get a free $10 gift card! Sign up in-store or online now at https://www.medfordfood.coop/ownership

EDIT: THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THANK YOU to everyone who participated, and STAY TUNED for our next giveaway!

We went cocoNUTS when we saw this awesome C2O Coconut Water🥥💦 branded electric skateboard – perfect for a back-to-school giveaway!🛹🎒
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❤️ LIKE + 🗣️ COMMENT below and tell us your favorite outdoor activity!🤙

*For additional entry follow these steps on our Instagram page.
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Don't forget to 👍 LIKE OUR PAGE and 💖 SHARE the giveaway with your friends. This giveaway ends Sunday 8/11/2024 at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be selected at random and notified via direct message on the morning of Monday 8/12/2024. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram or Facebook. Prizes are non-negotiable and non-refundable. No purchase necessary. Staff members and their immediate families are not eligible. Winners of the giveaways are drawn at random and will be notified via post tag and private message. Winners have 7 days to arrange pick up of their prize from Medford Food Co-op.

We all scream for ICE CREAM! Join us for a pop-up shop with Travelers Ice Cream THIS Friday, August 9th from 3:00 - 6:00pm here at the Co-op. Dairy and vegan ice cream flavors will be for sale by the scoop, and pints are available in the store.

Pints from Travelers Ice Cream are 13% OFF in store all month long as part of our Lucky 13 Anniversary Sale! Stock up on your favorite local ice cream, and explore 12 more amazing deals on some of our favorite products: https://www.medfordfood.coop/calendar/lucky-13-anniversary-sale

Wine down this Thursday at the tasting table🍷🍇
Visit us tomorrow, August 8th from 1-3pm to sample wines by Coventina Vineyards & JAXON Vineyards or stop in from 3-6pm for a tasting with Schultz Wines!

Check out our full calendar of events: https://www.medfordfood.coop/calendar

Stop in the Café to see the new Community Art Wall exhibit from Lloyd Caldwell!
Words from the artist:
"First, thank you for your interest in my artwork. About 5 years ago I became disabled. These paintings are a result of many hours being homebound. 100% of proceeds from the sale of my artwork will go to Phoenix Counseling Center. Thank you for your donations."

Learn more about the Community Art Wall: https://www.medfordfood.coop/community-art-wall

Did you hear? We’re celebrating 13 years of cooperation this month! Our Lucky 13 Anniversary Sale features 13 amazing deals on some of our favorite products like locally made Travelers Ice Cream, Joey's Hot Sauce, our 2023 White Wine Blend, plus ten more incredible deals.
Learn more: https://www.medfordfood.coop/calendar/lucky-13-anniversary-sale

🍪It's National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! Treat yourself to our housemade chocolate chip cookies — 50¢ off on Fresh Deals thru August 6th. Because everyone deserves a little treat!😋

Everyone is welcome to shop at the Co-op, but owners get extra PERKS! Like monthly coupons, an extra 10% off Co+op Deals, voting rights, and more. August is a great month for owners to stock up and save with 10% off one purchase of their choice.

Ready to join the Co-op? The first 50 people to join this month will get a free $10 gift card. Learn more about ownership and sign up online: https://www.medfordfood.coop/ownership

This August, help us create Positive Change for Rogue Riverkeeper! They advocate for clean waterways for drinking, recreation, and fish in the Rogue River Basin and are deeply committed to the health of our urban tributaries, particularly Bear Creek. In partnership with other local entities, they work to maintain Bear Creek's health as a vital habitat flowing right through our backyards.

Learn more: https://www.medfordfood.coop/positive-change/august-2024

Ever dream of owning a grocery store? Join the Co-op and you become more than just a member – you're an OWNER! The first 50 new owners to join this August will receive a free $10 gift card to use towards your next purchase.
Sign up in-store or online at https://www.medfordfood.coop/ownership

This August, we’re celebrating 13 years of cooperation and lucky for you, we have 13 amazing deals featuring some of our favorite products! Our Lucky 13 Anniversary Sale kicks off tomorrow, August 1st and runs through the end of the month, or while supplies last.
Shop and save: https://www.medfordfood.coop/calendar/lucky-13-anniversary-sale

✨𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗖✨ Cork Creations by our very own staff member Kathy Damas!
Originally based on her own desire for a simple, lightweight option to carry her phone & money, Kathy discovered cork fabric and instantly fell in love. Kathy has a blast making her creations, and thanks to suggestions from close friends, she has created a product that is both uniquely useful & a pleasure to use.

Find Cork Phone Wallets & Card Holders at the Co-op now!

Hey owners! Just a friendly reminder to use your July Owner Coupon before the month ends. Simply let your cashier know you'd like to use your coupon on your next shop.

Curious about ownership perks? Visit https://www.medfordfood.coop/ownership for more info.

There's still a few days to help create Positive Change for the Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market🍓🥬🫐🫑

The Growers Market strengthens community connections and provides access to fresh local food. It's also a great opportunity to meet your neighboring farmers, ranchers, specialty food producers and handcraft artisans, and enjoy products sourced from Jackson, Josephine, and Siskiyou counties. Funds raised will go towards bringing back educational demonstrations for the community at the Thursday Medford Markets.

Learn more: https://www.medfordfood.coop/positive-change/july-2024

There's a few days left to share feedback about your Rogue Valley Farm Tour🥕 experience! If you visited any of the participating farms or ranches on Sunday, July 14th, please take a few minutes to complete the event survey and help us track our progress. Feedback is welcome through July 31, 2024. https://www.roguevalleyfarmtour.com/survey

Plastic-free packaging? Yes please👏 Organic red & green seedless grapes are bursting with flavor and come in a cute recyclable tote! Available now at the Co-op.

Double your dollars for fresh produce when you sign up for the Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) program! The DUFB program works as a $1 for $1 match. When you spend $1 on fresh produce with your EBT card, you earn $1 to spend on your next transaction - up to $20 per visit. Sign up for DUFB now ➡️ https://www.medfordfood.coop/dufb

Heat got you down? When in doubt, ice cream it out! Grab Alden's Ice Cream Organic Frozen Dessert Bars (made in Eugene!) on Co+op Deals now.
Shop the Co+op Deals flyer and start saving 👉 https://www.medfordfood.coop/coop-deals

Do you know the difference between an Angus & Hereford cow? What about what the acronym DUFB stands for? If so, join Friends of Family Farmers, the Rogue Valley Food System Network & the Oregon Pasture Network for a fun-filled Local Food Trivia Night at RoxyAnn Winery on August 1st at 7:30pm.
Sign up online now 👉 https://secure.everyaction.com/KcjvsoHHb0mUdiFAHX4cIA2

We're all smiles for local produce! Stop in today for the freshest, organic produce like Japanese Eggplant from Fry Family Farm🍆

THANK YOU to everyone who attended the Rogue Valley Farm Tour last weekend! The Farm Tour is one part of a greater effort to strengthen our local food system, and we would love to hear your feedback so we can track our progress. If you visited any of the 28 participating farms or ranches on July 14th, please take 3-5 minutes to fill out the survey. Feedback is welcome through Wednesday, July 31, 2024.
Fill out the survey now 👉 https://www.roguevalleyfarmtour.com/survey

Create Positive Change this July and help Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market provide educational demonstrations at the Thursday Medford Markets!
The Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market strengthens community connections and provides access to fresh local food. Meet your neighboring farmers, ranchers, specialty food producers and handcraft artisans, and enjoy products sourced from Jackson, Josephine, and Siskiyou Counties. Experience the best local flavors at RVGCM – all while cultivating community.
Learn more: https://www.medfordfood.coop/positive-change/july-2024

Attention MFC Shoppers! The City of Medford, Local Government recently posted a schedule of lane and road closures as they begin paving and utility work this week. Work will primarily be done at night. Because lane closures along Riverside may affect access to the parking lot during morning business hours, we want to remind everyone that the Co-op is also accessible from the rear via the Winco lot.

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵, 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝟳𝗣𝗠 - 𝟲𝗔𝗠
South Central Avenue from 13th Street to 10th Street: Expect two lanes to be closed with signs in place while Michael’s pipeline repairs a steel gas service line on behalf of Avista Utilities.

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵, 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝟳𝗣𝗠 - 𝟲𝗔𝗠
Riverside Avenue from E. Barnett Road to Ohio Street: Expect lane closures with detours and flaggers in place while KNL Industries crews lower utilities prior to asphalt overlay.

More information: https://www.medfordoregon.gov/News-Articles/Traffic-Impact-Items-Folder/Traffic-Impact-Items-July-15-August-31

Andrea & Joshua presented the big check to Kristina, Arti, & Amy from Pollinator Project Rogue Valley in the amount of $2,095.24 for June's Positive Change donation. Thank you to our shoppers for your generous contributions! Funds will be used to install more pollinator gardens for homeowners and businesses impacted by the Almeda Fire, expand educational programs, and grow more native plants to increase pollinator habitat in the Rogue Valley. Learn more about our Positive Change program 👉 https://www.medfordfood.coop/positive-change