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USA co-op grocers support carbon-offsetting programme in Peru

As part of the scheme, 377 timber trees were bought for a farmer-led agroforestry project

Italian customers optimistic about the year ahead, retail co-op finds

The survey revealed that 27% of Italians think the economy will grow over the next 12…

Green light for Swiss Coop takeover of German drinks company

The European Commission says it does not raise competition concerns

Essential reading on co-ops: What’s coming up in 2019

There are important books coming up this year on food, trade, education and civic activism

Chelmsford Star reports positive Christmas figures

Like-for-like sales rose 5% across the society’s food stores

Lincolnshire Co-op reports 7.5% increase in Christmas food store sales

The society also reported a strong performance for its Love Local food and drink range

Central England Co-op customers expected to opt for healthier choices in January

Building on this trend, the society is promoting a range of options for shoppers wanting to…

John Lewis staff bonus in doubt after poor Christmas performance

It would be the first time since 1953 that the bonus has not been paid

Pharmacy co-op offers free weight management programme

'It’s all about helping you feel healthy and learning good habits for life'

Co-op Childcare takes home prestigious award

'It’s the efforts of our colleagues across the country that have enabled us to secure the…

Rochdale’s ‘pop-in’ shop co-op tackles food poverty

Rochdale Pioneers Museum launches initiative after 18 months developing a sustainable way to provide affordable food

Central England Co-op gives £187,000 to good causes in 2018

Projects to benefit include charities dealing with child food poverty and domestic violence