Thanksgiving Pre-Orders
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This year we are so excited about the local pastured non gmo turkeys from First Fruit Sustainable Farms in Fallon, NV and the regeneratively raised (pastured) from Diestel Turkey Ranch in Sonora, CA.
Pastured Turkey Description from First Fruits Sustainable Farm (Fallon, NV): "Our turkeys are the Broad Breasted Bronze Breed. They are currently on pasture that contains grasses and alfalfa. The pasture they are raised on is grown and planted by us using NON-GMO seeds and is NOT sprayed with any pesticides, herbicides, fungicides or fertilizers. Their supplemental feed is a 22% protein and certified NON-GMO from BAR ALE. it is wheat based and contains ground peas, sunflower meal, corn, and organic soy."
Regeneratively Raised Turkey Description from Diestel Turkey Ranch (Sonora, CA)
"If you want a turkey that helps to fight climate change, our newest and most impactful Regeneratively Raised Whole Turkey is the one you’ve been waiting for. Part of a holistic regenerative program, these birds graze on rotational plots of land that are treated to regular applications of our nutrient-dense compost and allowed rest periods of 2-8 months. We measure the regeneration of this soil to ensure the work we are doing is healing the soil, allowing it to trap carbon in the ground while removing it from the atmosphere, as well as hold more water and reduce erosion.
Just as important, these birds have a tender, juicy, full-bodied flavor that will impress the most discerning foodie. Wait, a turkey to please your foodie friends AND your environmentalist aunt… Did we just make this the best Thanksgiving yet? 😉"
📸 Turkeys at First Fruits Sustainable Farms in Fallon, NV
Trying to feed several dietary types this year? Make it one step easier by ordering your pumpkin pie from our co-op bakery. We have a traditional pumpkin pie in an organic wheat crust, a traditional pumpkin pie in a gluten-free crust, a vegan pumpkin pie in an organic wheat crust, and a vegan pumpkin pie in a gluten-free crust.
All of our pies are made fresh and we use whole and organic ingredients. Our vegan version is soy free, we use soaked organic cashews for the "creamy" factor. This year we are using a mix of local pumpkins from Pioneer Farms (Fallon, NV) and Organic Pumpkins from Veritable Vegetable.
BOARD ELECTIONS 🗳💌
We have three candidates in this upcoming election. Please take the time to read each bio and watch the election interview so that you are prepared to vote for your next board members! Voting is open from October 14th - October 31st.
Erin Meyering
Erin Meyering is California-born and Reno-raised writer and designer. She’s been an editor for a local food magazine, contributor to local publications, and currently works in marketing at Carson Tahoe Health. Her philosophy behind sitting on the board was to be closer to food, to help support positive change within the food system, and to devote time and expertise towards the development of sustainability in the Biggest Little City.
Read full bio .
View Election Bio Video Here
Jake O’Farrell
Jacob was born and raised in the farming community, from homesteads in North Carolina to high tech greenhouses in the Sierra Nevada desert. He has been designing and constructing hydroponic, aquaponic and traditional greenhouse facilities for over 10 years, and he is passionate about empowering businesses and individuals alike with the ability to produce organic and sustainable products.
Read full bio .
View Election Bio Video Here
James Conway
After moving to northern Nevada in 2008, I joined the co-op shortly after its formation, because I wanted to support local food production in my community and have the opportunity to purchase food that is ethically and sustainably sourced. I attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where I studied journalism and biology. Thereafter, I earned a law degree at the University of Pittsburgh. I have been a licensed attorney since 2005, and I am currently employed as the Court Administrator for Reno Justice Court.
Read full bio .
View Election Bio Video Here
CLICK HERE TO VOTE
💸 Patronage Dividends Have Been Dispersed! 💸
Our board of directors voted to give back $8,669 of our annual profits from 2021 in the form of patronage dividends. If you were an active member and spent above the threshold amount, you will have funds on your account that you can use towards your next shopping trip. Be sure to stop by and use your co-op patronage dividend dollars on or before 12/31/21 when they expire! 💃🏼🕺🏽
Saying Goodbye to Jana Vanderhaar, Architect of the GBCFC
Edible Landscape Project
AKA Demonstration Garden Right Out Front of GBCFC
Edible Landscape Project
Jana has been with the co-op since the early days and has been hard at work designing and managing this demonstration garden showing folks what can be grown in the Northern Nevada climate. She has recently moved back to her home in Denmark, we can't thank Jana enough for her dedication and vision ❤️
Jana has passed the torched successfully with an incredible team that meets weekly on Tuesdays to help maintain the garden. If you are interested in getting involved, please email info@greatbasinfood.coop - Edible Landscape member-owners are compensated in food credit, they also receive a 15% daily discount and special orders at cost.
Full Video of Jana and the GBCFC Edible Landscape
Vegan Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins are BACK!
Well, they land on the shelves on Monday, November 17th. Get ready 🎃 🎃 🎃
Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies are BACK!
Come in and grab one before they're gone...again!
Vegan Sushi: Sweet potato, Organic Cucumber, Local Oyster Mushrooms, and Wasabi Shoots
Featuring Mountain Mushrooms Oyster Mushrooms (Reno,NV) and High Sierra Microgreens Wasabi Shoots (Reno, NV)! 🌱 - see next column for more details
Wild Pole Caught Salmon & Avocado Sushi Rolls 🍣
Made with all organic ingredients, comes with wasabi and gluten-free tamari packets inside 🥳$1 off all sushi varieties this month until 10/31/22
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Made using Bradley Ranch (Sierra Valley, CA) grass fed & finished beef and boasts our housemade marinara sauce with local fresh tomatoes from Holley Family Farms (Dayton, NV) and Prema Farms (Bordertown, CA/NV)
Vegan Spaghetti & Tempeh Meatballs
Drenched withour housemade marinara sauce with local fresh tomatoes from Holley Family Farms (Dayton, NV) and Prema Farms (Bordertown, CA/NV)
25% off All Varieties of First Fruits Chicken (Fallon, NV)
sale runs from 10/05 - 11/01
Local Spaghetti Squash &
Butternut Squash $1.49 per pound!
From Pioneer Farms (Fallon, NV)Butternut Squash $1.49 per pound!
sale runs from 10/05 - 11/01
Large No City Drip Coffee, $1 off!
originally $3.99sale runs from 10/05 - 11/01
Honeycrisp Apples $1 off per pound!
originally $3.99sale runs from 10/05 - 11/01
Round Up Recipient Spotlight: Soulful Seeds
Soulful Seeds has been hard at work this year building a garden for the residents on Galetti Way here in Reno. Check out the video tour on the link below
Soulful Seeds Video Tour - Galletti Way Campus
Apply for Round Up Funds for 2023!
Food justice is a holistic and structural view of the food system that sees healthy food as a human right and addresses structural barriers to that right. At GBCFC, we hold food sovereignty at the center of food Justice. Food sovereignty is a food system in which the people who produce, distribute, and consume food also control the mechanisms and policies of food production and distribution. This stands in contrast to the present corporate food regime, in which corporations and market institutions control the global food system. Food sovereignty emphasizes local food economies, sustainable food availability, and centers on culturally appropriate foods and practices.
The higher cost of producing food in socially & environmentally regenerative ways, without help from government subsidies that support corporate agribusinesses, places wholesome, nutrient-dense foods out of reach for many in our community. Round Up for Food Justice aims to address this problem by supporting educational programs and organizations that are working to address food injustice.
Co-op shoppers have the option of rounding up to their change to the nearest dollar at the cash register after each purchase to make a donation to the program. This creates a pool of funds that is then distributed to individuals, organizations, agricultural start-ups, and others who are working to improve access to wholesome, nutritious food.
Those wanting to apply for Round Up For Food Justice funds please send an email to: info@greatbasinfood.coop and request the application. We will be accepting applications for the 2023 fiscal year from November 1, 2022 until November 30, 2022.
Anyone can shop, everyone can join!
Open everyday from 7:30am – 9pm
Great Basin Community Food Co-op
240 Court St Reno, NV 89501
775.324.6133
info@greatbasinfood.coop
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