The “cooperative principles” are guidelines by which cooperatives put their values into practice. This month we will discuss Principles #3 and #4.

“What exactly is a co-op and why would I want to join?” This was the question my friend recently asked me.

Cowhorn Vineyard and Garden is a certified Biodynamic farm and winery in the Applegate Valley.

From car camping to backcountry backpacking, the Co-op can make your meal around the bonfire or camp stove an experience worth remembering (and repeating).

Medford Food Co-op has been named a Sustainability Star by National Co+op Grocers (NCG) for excellence in our sustainability efforts.

It’s never too early to learn healthy eating habits!

In alignment with the seventh cooperative principle: concern for community, we choose to give back to organizations that share our vision and values.

We celebrated our five year milestone on Saturday, October 8th with music, games, food, cake, and community.

Thank you to all to the participants that volunteered their time on Saturday, September 24th to help clean up litter along the Greenway for Bear Creek Creek Stewardship Day!

Thank you to everyone who came out to Thrive’s 2nd Annual Salsa Festival & Showdown on The Commons in downtown Medford.

Sweet, crunchy, and boldly colored, the bell pepper is a versatile summer vegetable.

With tomatoes and peppers coming into season, it’s the perfect time of year to make a fresh tomato salsa.

Beyond the classic Caprese salad, the quintessential combination of tomato, basil, and fresh mozzarella is always delicious and can be used in a variety of recipes that embrace the beauty of a summer tomato.

On hot days and nights, eschew hot food and embrace salads instead.

You might say the watermelon is refreshingly bipartisan when it comes to the politics of fruit versus vegetable.

The Rogue Valley Food System Network has been invited to host an installation at the Jackson County Fair.

Summer is here and it is officially time to fire up your grill!

Creamy, buttery brie is the first to come to mind for many at the mention of soft cheeses.