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26 worker owned options

Equal Exchange — Foodworker co-op

Full pantry range: coffee, chocolate, tea, olive oil, nuts, bananas available online. Worker co-op since 1986.

Tootie's Tempehworker co-op

Biddeford ME worker co-op. Plastic-free fermentation. No direct online sales — perishable product. Find at Whole Foods New England and natural food stores.

Ships: in-store only (ME to NJ region, Whole Foods New England)

Equal Exchange — Chocolateworker co-op

Organic fair trade chocolate bars sourced from farmer co-ops. Part of broader Equal Exchange online store.

Frontier Co-opmember co-op (retailers as members)

Member-owned co-op since 1976. Herbs, spices, teas, seasonings. NOTE: member co-op (stores are members), not worker co-op — flag distinction on site.

Once Again Nut Butter — FoodESOP

100% employee-owned ESOP. Organic peanut butter, almond, cashew, tahini, sunflower butters. One of the most worker-democratic ESOPs in the food industry.

Real Pickles — Online Storeworker co-op

Direct link to Real Pickles online store. Pack of 4 jars, cases of 12, bulk 1 gallon and 5 gallon buckets available. Northeast only.

Ships: Northeast US only (New England + NY, NJ, PA)

Equal Exchange — Olive Oil & Nutsworker co-op

Fair trade organic olive oil and mixed nuts. Sourced from farmer co-ops in Palestine and elsewhere.

Alvarado Street Bakeryworker co-op

Worker co-op since 1981 in Petaluma, CA. Organic sprouted grain breads, tortillas, and bagels. Sold nationwide at grocery stores and direct online.

Artisan Beverage Cooperativeworker co-op

Worker co-op in Greenfield, MA. Makes Katalyst Kombucha, Ginger Libation ginger beer, and Draft Mead. Sold regionally and online.

Cabot Creameryfarmer co-op

Farmer-owned cooperative (part of Agri-Mark) representing 800+ farm families across New England and NY. First dairy co-op to earn B Corp certification (2012). Cheddar, butter, yogurt, sour cream.

Tillamookfarmer co-op

Farmer-owned cooperative of ~80 farm families in Tillamook, OR. B Corp certified 2020. Cheese, ice cream, butter, sour cream, yogurt. Major national brand.

Bainbridge Vineyardscooperative farm

Estate winery on a cooperative farm on Bainbridge Island, WA. First B Corp winery in Washington state. Organic estate-grown wines, direct-to-consumer and regional retail.

Ships: WA / verify

Divine Chocolatefarmer co-op stake

Premium Fairtrade chocolate. 20% owned by Kuapa Kokoo, a Ghanaian farmer cooperative of 100,000+ cacao farmers. B Corp certified (score 114.9). Widely available online and in grocery stores.

Bob's Red Millemployee-owned

100% employee-owned since 2010 when founder Bob Moore gifted the company to his workers on his 81st birthday. Whole grains, stone-ground flours, oats, baking mixes, and cereals.

King Arthur Baking Companyemployee-owned

100% employee-owned since 2004. Vermont-based company selling premium flours, baking mixes, tools, and ingredients. Also a B Corporation.

Southern Exposure Seed Exchangeworker co-op

Worker-owned cooperative with equal pay for all worker-owners. Specializes in heirloom and open-pollinated seeds adapted to the Mid-Atlantic region. Over 800 varieties.

Grass Roots Farmers' Cooperativefarmer co-op

Farmer-owned cooperative in Pearcy, AR. Sells grass-fed beef, pastured pork, and pasture-raised poultry direct to consumers. Founded by small family farms committed to regenerative agriculture.

Maine Coast Sea Vegetablesemployee-owned

100% employee-owned (ESOP) since 2017. Based in Hancock, ME. Harvests and processes wild Maine seaweeds: dulse, kelp, nori, wakame, Irish moss, sea lettuce, and blends. Also sells seaweed seasonings, teas, and supplements.

Sow True Seedemployee-owned

Employee-owned (ESOP). Based in Asheville, NC. Sells heirloom vegetable, herb, flower, and cover crop seeds. Also sells gardening tools, books, and gifts. Certified by Certified EO.

The Local Butcher Shopworker co-op

Worker cooperative since 2021. Based in Berkeley, CA. Whole-animal butchery sourcing from small local farms. Online shop sells meat, charcuterie, sauces, and pantry items. Certified EO listed.

Stewart's Shopsemployee-owned

Employee-owned (ESOP) since 1974. Based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Iconic Upstate New York convenience store chain with 340+ locations. Online shop sells branded merchandise, private-label jams, coffee, and accessories. Employees own ~40% through ESOP.

Taharka Brothers Ice Creamemployee-owned

Employee-owned (ESOP) since 2020. Based in Baltimore, MD. Handcrafted small-batch ice cream inspired by Baltimore culture and traditions. Known for flavors like Salted Honey Graham and Non-Dairy Chocolate Love. Named after a Nubian pharaoh. Mission-driven company employing returning citizens.

Just Us! Coffee Roastersworker co-op

Canada's first certified organic and fair trade coffee roaster, founded 1995 as a worker co-op in Hortonville, Nova Scotia. Roasts to order. Known for social justice mission and direct trade with farming co-ops. 83 products including coffee, tea, and gift items.

Ships: US, Canada

Gimme! Coffeeworker co-op

Worker co-op coffee roaster based in Ithaca, NY. Founded 2000, converted to worker co-op. Certified EO member. Roasts single-origin and blended coffees. Also sells brewing equipment and accessories.

Ships: worldwide

Once Again Nut Butterworker co-op

Worker co-op based in Nunda, NY since 1976. Makes organic and natural peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, sunflower butter, honey, and tahini. B Corp certified. Certified EO member.

Ships: worldwide

Dean's Beans Organic Coffeeworker co-op

Worker co-op organic coffee roaster based in Orange, MA. Founded 1993 by Dean Cycon. Certified EO member. Known for social justice mission and direct relationships with farming communities. Ships coffee, tea, chocolate, and gift items.