Digitisation remains the top priority for the sector, while attracting younger members is a challenge for…
Fonterra says new finance framework will aid sustainability goals
'Over the next decade we intend to significantly increase our investment in sustainability-related activities and assets…
Co-ops attend Congress of European Farmers to discuss CAP and the Ukraine crisis
'Agri co-ops are more important than ever as they help farmers face current challenges, reducing production…
Rescoop calls for changes to European Commission’s climate package
The apex wants support measures for renewable communities that focus on energy poverty as a priority
Social and Solidarity Economy Book Prize winners announced
'The books elected this year question the future of our world and the role that the…
Fairtrade premium earnings went up in 2021 as sales recover from pandemic
The annual report from Fairtrade International highlights the way farmers and co-ops have improved incomes through…
Alabama co-ops awarded US$82.4m for broadband fibre infrastructure project
The project will provide improved access to unserved areas
How co-ops are helping colleagues and members through the cost of living crisis
From staff support measures to product discounts, here's a look at some of the responses from…
Belgian co-op bank NewB faces closure after missing regulator’s target
The bank, launched in 2019, failed to meet a €40m capital requirement set by the National…
Co-op innovation summit looks at leadership, millennials and good bosses
One of the biggest challenges in attracting millennials to the sector is a general lack of…
The cost of borrowing – credit unions as an alternative to unethical sources of finance
As the hard times get harder, action is being taken to keep financially vulnerable people out…
Key tips for maintaining and communicating a distinctive co-operative brand
The Global Innovation Co-op Summit session included contributions from iCoop Korea, Ethiquable, Aroundtheworld, the Organisation of…