date:Dec 26, 2012
say that managers must consider the interests of employees, the community, and the environment instead of worrying solely about shareholders.
Co-ops like ours are rooted in values of self-responsibility, democracy, community and social responsibility, and are a powerful economic force through which we can shape and ensure a sustainable food system, fair treatment of people, and a healthy environment, said Robynn Shrader, CEO for NCGA.
Unlike conventional grocers, food co-ops are owned and gov