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Show filtersAgri giant CHS keeps top place on list of USA’s biggest co-ops
The National Cooperative Bank, which compiled the rankings, has also awarded grants to four smaller co-ops…
Farm co-ops back global framework to promote regenerative agriculture
With climate change set to decrease the productivity of farming globally by up to 30%, the…
US electric co-ops add $111bn a year to national economy, says NRECA study
'America’s electric co-operatives are crucial engines of economic development both nationally and at home in their…
Book review: Can platform co-ops bring democracy to the digital economy?
In his new book, Trebor Scholz suggests adapting co-operation to meet the challenges of the digital…
Electric co-ops show interest in USDA’s New Era plan for rural empowerment
'It’s no surprise to see electric co-ops oversubscribe the New Era programme, which is an exciting…
Woccu credit union development programme secures funding for further five years
USAID has granted $9.3m to continue work on financial inclusion, SME growth, diversity and climate adaptation…
US CDFI credit unions double since 2019
CDFI certification has surged – but the US credit union sector faces challenges around leadership recruitment
Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada releases guide to co-op procurement
Co-ops can also develop guidelines to help them balance priorities of quality, price and social value,…
US electric co-ops oppose proposed power plant rule
NRECA says the plan, which aims for net zero power sector emissions by 2035, will lead…
Immigrants facing gentrification in Boston speak the language of co-ops
'Co-operativism and solidarity economy is a real alternative, especially for immigrants and undocumented immigrants'
