Why Join CROPP?
- Strong Growth Potential—The market for organic foods has been increasing at a rate of 20% each year, and CROPP has seen sales grow even faster than the national average. We predict continued double-digit growth, as consumers demand food produced without antibiotics, hormones and synthetic pesticides.
- Fair and Stable Price—Our pricing policy is based on cost of production and maintenance of a fair price back to you. An elected Board of Directors sets the pay price on an annual basis. The pay price is independent of commodity pricing and has increased over time.
- Leader in Organic Production—CROPP is the largest organic cooperative in the U.S. We have over 1200 farm family members in 34 states.
- Nationally Recognized Label—Our Organic Valley® and Organic Prairie® labeled-products are sold in all 50 states, Canada and Japan.
- Farmer Owned and Governed—Tired of not having any say in your future? Our farmers' opinions and needs shape our policy. Long-term strength and stability are our goals.
- Democratic Process—As a farmer/owner, you have a voice in how your cooperative is run. Two levels of elected representation (a Co-op Board of Directors, and Executive Committees for each pool) ensure that you have a say in your future. We encourage member input through a regular meeting process.
- Strong Member Support—CROPP has staff dedicated to helping the farmer with feed allocation, herd health, organic certification and all other aspects of organic production. Our members and staff have many years of practical experience and are here to help.
- Diversified Production—CROPP also markets organic meat, juice, eggs, produce, soy, hay and feed grains.
