Episode XLIV: Adamant About Cooperation

Did you know that the country’s oldest continually operating food co-op is practically just down the road from the Littleton Food Co-op? And it’s not where you think it is. On this episode, host Anastasia takes a trip down to the Adamant Co-op, located in Adamant, VT, which holds the record-setting title at 89 years old in 2024. If you’ve never heard of Adamant Co-op, or even Adamant, VT for that matter, you’re not alone. This small food co-op still occupies the space it purchased in 1940, has nine employees, and didn’t get indoor plumbing until 2009. But what it lacks in size it makes up for in community. Listeners will be transported as Anastasia speaks with Liz, General Manager of Adamant Co-op, (and others) about the last 89 years of cooperative history, and how their town is “adamant” that community is the key to success. Cover photo is a painting by Janet MacLeod, Adamant Co-op member and volunteer. Littleton Food Co-op has been a premier community-owned grocery store for the North Country of NH and the NEK of VT since 2009. Conveniently located just off Exit 41 on I-93, the Littleton Food Co-op is chock full of local organic produce, specialty cheeses, prepared foods, fresh quality meat and seafood, bulk foods, craft beer, and more. And it’s all served up at fair prices and exceptional customer service. Littleton Food Co-op has all of your conventional grocery staples, local foodie treasures, and difficult to find anywhere else items – all in one place! Everyone is always welcome to shop at the Co-op, no membership required. However, members help us shape the direction of the Co-op in all manners, from suggesting products on the shelf to running for the Board of Directors. It’s all for you at the Littleton Co-op! Visit us in person or online at littletoncoop.com.