Saturday, February 15, 2014

About Our Co-op:

This produce co-op (or cooperative) was established so that we can all benefit from each other. We each pool our money together so that we can buy large amounts of produce at wholesale prices. We then split the produce evenly into our individual baskets, getting great prices on fresh fruits and veggies!

WHAT WILL I GET IN MY BASKET?:
This is strictly a produce co-op. You will only get fruits and vegetables in your basket. We get our produce from the same place that many grocery stores get their produce. So, it is fresh produce like you would see at the store. We try to buy in season, and mainstream items that most people use. No one knows exactly what we will get each week. Prices fluctuate and we do not make our choices until the day before. You are welcome to ask that we try to buy certain items, but we can not cater to individuals. Price is what has the greatest factor in our selection. We strive to get the greatest amount of produce for our money. This is not an organic co-op. (More organic items may become available over time and as the co-op grows.)

Because we are able to cut out the middle man, you can expect to save 40-50% off what you would normally pay in a grocery store.


COST:
Start up cost to join: $10 (Pays for 2 baskets that we need for each individual.)
$20 - For each basket of produce.
Individuals who help sort the produce and drive will be able to receive a discounted price.

PAYMENT:
Accepted forms of payment are: Cash or check. A regular basket is $20. You can also pay for several weeks at a time. Payment is due no later than the Sunday before the next co-op Tuesday.
You can also use the app CASH, (it looks like this)
and use your debit card to email your payment to me at lplauche@gmail.com.  It is safe, free, and easy.  Just make sure to include in the email your name, and dates you want to participate.

WHEN:
The co-op operates every other Tuesday. Co-op baskets are ready at 12:00 noon and can be picked up any time thereafter.  Baskets, not picked up will be donated and money will not be refunded.

HOW DO I JOIN?:
You can email:
Email: lplauche@gmail.com

Where:
Baskets are picked up at my house in Peachtree City.  Address will be given to all members, just not through this blog, for privacy reasons.  Contact me via Yahoo group or Email!  Thanks!