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Ukraine’s credit unions benefit from regulatory updates

The changes, which follow advocacy work from global sector body Woccu, increase lending potential for the…

Co-op Group launches £820k fund for sustainable farming

Beef, lamb and dairy farmers will be rewarded for their efforts in reducing carbon emissions and…

Swiss retail co-op Migros reports 1.6% sales boost for 2024

The boost is partly down to a growth in online sales – but the shift to…

Central Co-op works with supplier Lyreco to curb environmental impact

The retail society is introducing chemical-free cleaning solutions and a more efficient method of dealing with…

Co-op Group business support scheme launches another search for suppliers

The Apiary programme has brought 27 suppliers to Group store shelves since 2022

Shepherds Friendly launches first TV ad after hitting 150,000 policy milestone

The 200-year-old, Greater Manchester-based society is using a multi-media marketing strategy based on a theme of…

NFU Mutual announces £4m in charity support for 2025

The funds include support for front-line charities nominated by branch officers, rural organisations and the Farm…

US electric co-ops restore power to areas affected by winter storms

'In tough times, we help other co-ops in a time of need, and they do the…

Woccu fund hands another $1.5m to Ukraine’s small business sector

The USAID/Woccu Liquidity Fund has distributed $4.36m in the country since 2021

Coop-médias raises €400,000 in two months

Coop-médias has set itself a long-term goal to raise €15 to 20m in funds to guarantee…

Californian credit unions forced to close as wildfires rage across LA

Credit unions and co-ops in the area are also offering assistance to those affected

Co-op development grants for agricultural co-ops in Minnesota

The state's Department of Agriculture will award between $2,500 and $50,000 per project