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Locally and nationally, food co-ops are on the rise. Here’s why.

Why does LA have so few cooperative markets?

by Amber X.. Chen | LA Public Press | March 12, 2024 

Co-op Grocery Stores Expand Their Mission to Equity and Food Justice

By Christina Cookes | Civil Eats | September 12,2022

Community Food Co-ops Are Thriving During the Pandemic

By Lela Nargimay | Civil Eats | May 15, 2020

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