Staff Picks: Earth Friendly Products

In celebration of Sustainability Month in April, we asked our Sustainability Committee to share their favorite eco-friendly product.

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Eco-Dent Terradent Replaceable Head Toothbrushes
are my favorite sustainable item. Instead of throwing away the entire toothbrush when the head needs replacement, you keep the handle and replace the bristle heads only. Be easy on your pocket and the earth while keeping those pearly whites sparkling clean! Nick Spaeth, Produce Department

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I love MycoShield by Host Defense for boosting my immune system during cold and flu season. Paul Stamets, Host Defense founder, feels that consuming mushrooms and mycelium adds many benefits in the pursuit of good health. MycoShield is Certified Organic and made with US grown (better inspections) mushrooms. In fact, Stamets' work has shown mycelium to be critical in sustaining healthy bee colonies. Adding mushrooms to my diet is probably one of the most important supplements in maintaining my health! Emile Amaroticio, General Manager

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I adore everything made by Hummingbird Wholesale because I believe in their incredible company. I especially enjoy Hummingbird’s Regional Snack Blend in our Bulk Section. This Snack Blend is made in Eugene from Oregon and California grown ingredients. I love snacking on the biggest Oregon hazelnuts you've ever seen and cranberries sweetened with local blackberry honey. Hummingbird Wholesale conducts their business with utter integrity and respect for our environment. To prove their dedication- they landfill only 2.1% of their waste, amazing! Stephanie Koerella, Education Coordinator
 

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Rather than using plastics, a great alternative for food storage is Bee’s Wrap. It’s a washable and reusable wrap made from organic cotton and beeswax that you can use for your lunchbox or leftovers. It’s handy as a lid for bowls or jars too. It can also be composted! Rianna Kopel, Produce Department

 

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Hey Co-op community!

As we step into the new year, the Ashland Food Co-op is excited to continue our Change for Good program, and for January 2024, we're shining a spotlight on a program that's close to our hearts (and our stomachs) - the Ashland High School Culinary Arts Program.

November Change for Good: Rogue Food Unites

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