Farm Fresh Local Food
We're a local-first Food Co-op in New Melle Missouri offering produce, dairy, meats, bulk items, and grocery staples. This is a place where your purchase supports 50+ producers from the Greater St. Louis Area.
A Convenient Place to Find Local Food, from 50+ Local Farmers, and Get Grocery Staples
- Fresh Produce
- Dry and Wet Bulk
- Pasture Raised Meat
- Quality Dairy
- Grocery Staples
- Lifestyle and Home
We live by one simple rule:
If we can get it local, then we do.
We support local farmers and artisans, promote decentralized food resilience through direct sourcing, and follow a relentless standard of freshness. Together, we nurture a sustainable, community-driven food system that gives more than it takes.
Read our storyTrust and Integrity Where It Matters
Our Sourcing is Everything
We live by an innovative standard of exchange that inspires how we interact as community within our local food system.
From The Farm
Farmers using practices that regenerate the earth and heal the mistakes of industry
To the Co-op
A hub putting people first, sourcing froms farms, and guided by simple standards
To its Members
People choosing what to feed their families and the impact these choices have.
How it Works
Join the Co-op
Discover our model, and explore our values actively shaping our local food system. Embrace a vibrant community today.
Become a MemberLearn About What We Do
Discover what makes us unique. Learn about our commitment to sustainability, community wellness, and supporting local producers, and what it means to join a private food co-op and be a Member of it.
Decide to Become a Member
Choose to become part of our vibrant community. Embrace a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle by committing to your local food system and enjoying the benefits of belonging to it.
Fill out the Member Agreement
Complete our member agreement to solidify your dedication to our values and principles, further integrating into our vibrant community. There is two Member options, learn about them here.
Access Co-op Offerings
Explore our co-op's offerings. Gain access to locally sourced, fresh produce, and exclusive member benefits, enriching your journey towards a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.
Step into your Local Food System
Dive deeper into your local food system. Take an active role in shaping our community's food landscape, fostering sustainability, and enhancing family's access to fresh, living food.
Why Join a Private Food Co-op?
Local Food First
Sourced Local First
Our motto is if we can get it Local, we do. We have built relations with a over 40 local midwest farmers and growers.
Upfront Honest Sourcing Information
Worry Free Transparency
Forget your readers, and dicephering big words. Members know the when where & how of their food.
Real Connection with People that Care
This is your Co-op
Tired of surface level interactions in a big warehouse that doesn't really have what you need? We are too.
Our Community is Strong
Hear What our 1800+ Members Have to Say
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A wonderful place to get local healthy food!
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Wyatt is always a delight to talk to! Fresh food and great people.
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Friendly staff and excellent product selection.
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I am so grateful for this coop!
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The personnel knows all about the produce there. Very helpful on what products go with what.
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Nothing better than supporting your local farmers, friends and neighbors….that’s EXACTLY what the New Melle Food Co-op is doing.
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They have so many items and most of them are locally sourced!
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I am SO grateful that this community now has a place with regular hours where we can reliably buy actual local food.
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Always enjoy supporting local but this place is awesome! It has everything you need in one stop!
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Great group of people. If you’re interested in farm fresh, sustainable products this is the spot to get them.
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Great staff, selection and community for the “support local” crowd.
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Having good clean food provided by The New Melle Co op was a blessing to feed to my family this Thanksgiving season.
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They have so many good things at the coop.
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Great place to get quality locally sourced food.
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This gem of a locally sourced co-op may be in its infancy but do not overlook it.
Eating Made Easy
- Customize Your Own or start with a pre-made option
- Payment Plans That are Flexible
- Set your own Pickup Day and Time
Build Your Own Bag
Start CustomizingOur year round custom CSA Bag is designed to provide you with the ultimate flexibility and personalization for your grocery needs. You...
Salad Bag
Start CustomizingThis bag is a simple addition to your existing meals. It comes with the 4 produce items that are perfect ingredients to...
Essentials Bag
Start CustomizingCover your weekly essential grocery needs with this bag. You’ll get a selection of typical seasonal and/or year round produce and pantry...
Pantry Bag
Start CustomizingThe Pantry Bag is a selection of kitchen staples including eggs, your choice of milk, your choice of bread, and a produce...
Garden Bag
Start CustomizingThe Garden Bag is a curated selection of seasonal, fresh, local produce. Enjoy a delightful array of seasonal fruits and vegetables straight from our community’s gardens. Select the kind of...
Food As Medicine
Functional Nutrition Offerings
Explore the healing potential of food as medicine. We partner with JG Optimal Wellness to bring Nutrional Therapy to our community. Every Member of the Co-op receives discounts on Nutritional Therapy services, and Owners receive even more.
Learn More
Not sure where to start?
Join our vibrant food co-op community today! Gain access to locally sourced, fresh produce while supporting sustainable practices and local farmers. Together, let's cultivate a healthier, more resilient food system. We are happy to answer your questions. Provide us with your name and email and we will reach out to you.
