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Local Food News & Community Updates
Stay connected to the Belfast Community Co-op. This is where we share local food news, the latest co-op updates, and stories from our vibrant Midcoast Maine community. Check back often for seasonal promotions, upcoming events, and highlights from our community programs.

Board of Directors June 2025 Meeeting
Board of Directors June 2025 Meeting Owners: Please join us for the Monthly Meeting! Wednesday, June 25, 2025 6 - 8:30 pm Belfast Free Library -...
Programs That Feed Families Need Your Help
Programs That Feed Families Need Your Help March 4, 2025 One in six individuals in Waldo County is affected directly by food insecurity: unsure where the next meal is coming from or if there will be enough for everyone in their family to eat. Belfast Community Co-op...
Fighting for Food Access
Fighting for Food Access Thousands of Maine residents struggle with food insecurity. To put that into perspective, 1 in 8 people face hunger in Maine. Rural communities are especially vulnerable with limited access to grocery stores and fresh food options. The...
Sicilian Citrus Salad with Olives and Pistachios
Total Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4-6 Cut brilliantly colored oranges into rounds and spread them on a platter before drizzling with a vinaigrette that brings out their juicy sweetness. A topping of tangy olives, crunchy pistachios and sweet basil leaves...
Celebrating Local Women-Owned Businesses
At the Belfast Community Co-op, we love supporting our local businesses! This month, in honor of Women's History Month, we are featuring a selection of women-owned local businesses whose products you can find at the Co-op! Check out these business owners and click on...
Board of Directors Election 2025
Voting for the 2025 Board candidates begins Sunday, March 2nd, 2025 at the end of the Annual Meeting. Scroll Down to Meet The 2025 Candidates! Owners may vote for up to four board candidates or abstain: One owner, one ballot. The election will run from March 2nd,...
Celebrating Black Food Activism during Black History Month – Shirley Chishom
Celebrating Black Food Activism during Black History Month - Shirley Chisholm Black History Month is to celebrate and remember all of the contributions Black people have made throughout history. At the Belfast Community Co-op, food and people are at the center of our...
Rootstock
Rootstock is the Belfast Community Co-op’s annual report.
Each issue contains store updates, news from the Board of Directors, a report from the General Manager, a look back at recent store and community events, and more! Find the latest issue in-store or download back issues here.
Rootstock Archives
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Want to hear more about our roots or co-op revolution? Explore our History or learn how we’re supporting food access and equity.