How do I shop the co-op?
Our online store is always open and we schedule pickups and deliveries on Wednesdays and Fridays year-round. To order: click on shop and choose which day you would like to order for, order the items you would like, then choose the location you would like to pickup at or get delivered to.Can I get my local food groceries delivered?Yes, deliveries are available on Wednesdays and Fridays for $7. Choose this option during checkout if you're looking for convenience and to reduce your carbon footprint. The white tinted area represents our delivery area. Pickups and deliveries occur on Wednesdays and Fridays year-round. |
Where can I pickup?
~ ASI Community Center & Pavilion, Bellaire
On Fridays during the Bellaire Farmers Market from 9-12, find us inside the Community Center at 102 Maple St. Wednesday drive-through pickup is from 1:30-2pm at the pavilion, 312 Thayer Lane. This is the same pavilion used for the farmers market in summer. On Wednesdays just drive up alongside us. |
~ Higgin's General Store, Alden
Wednesday and Friday pickup is from 3-9pm at Higgin's General Store, 9105 Helena Rd. You will find your bag in the dairy cooler. Frozen items are in the ice cream cooler next to the dairy cooler. Self-serve pickup is at your convenience anytime from 3-9pm. |
~ Rotary Park, Elk Rapids
Meet us at the Chamber of Commerce on Wednesdays from 2:30-2:45 for a parking lot pickup. |
~ Meijer, Williamsburg
Meet us from 3:00-3:15pm on Wednesdays for a parking lot pickup across from the drive-through pharmacy. |
~ Grand Traverse Commons, Traverse City
Look for us on Wednesdays near the pavilion at The Piazza in the village, found at 810 Red Drive from 3:30-4pm. |
~ Wagbo Farm & Education Center, East Jordan
Wednesday and Friday pickup is from 3-9pm at Wagbo Farm & Education Center, 5745 N M-66. The walk-in cooler is found just beyond the farmhouse on the left. Self-serve pickup is at your convenience anytime from 3-9pm on Wednesdays and Fridays. |
When do I need to order? To order your local food groceries or plants for Friday pickup or delivery you must order by Wednesday at midnight. To order for Wednesday pickup or delivery you must order by Monday at midnight.
Why aren't the co-op's order cycles open all the time? Just as food grows in cycles, farmers harvest in cycles, so we order food in cycles. Our store is open 24/7, but we need the day before you pickup to harvest, organize and pack your order, so only one cycle is open during that time. Join our newsletter mailing list below and we will remind you weekly!
Do you need to be a member to shop the co-op? No, we are a producer co-op. There are no membership fees or minimum purchase needed to shop the co-op.
Where are you located? Other than our pickup locations listed, we do not have a physical store, so please use our online farmers market store. In the spring we do have in-person plant sales, please visit the Plant Catalog page for a list.
Which farmers markets do you attend? We attend the Bellaire Farmers Market year-round on Fridays. During the growing season you can find us at Sara Hardy Farmers Market in Traverse City on Wednesdays and Saturdays. We will not be attending Elk Rapids on Fridays this year, but are considering attending the Alden Sunset Market on Thursday evenings. Please join our newsletter for the most up to date information!
Can I pay in some fashion other than credit card? Right now online payments are our preferred method, but please call or text us at 231.676.3186 and we can make arrangements.
What if I placed an order for Friday but meant to order for Wednesday, or vice versa? Please contact us at 231.676.3186, we are here to help!
Where do I choose my pickup day? It's the first thing you do to shop in our store. If multiple order cycles are open it is a red pull down menu in the top right corner. If it's blue there is just the one cycle open then, or you've already chosen the day. At checkout is where you choose the actual location of your pickup or choose delivery.
What if I chose the wrong pickup location? Contact us, we are here to help! 231.676.3186
What if I can't make the pickup? After hours pickups and deliveries are available! Contact us at 231.676.3186 to arrange.
Do you sell to restaurants? We do, we even offer delivery! Please contact us to start the conversation.
Does the co-op offer a CSA share?Please visit our CSA page to learn more about participating with the co-op!
Does the co-op participate in food programs? Yes, the co-op currently accepts SNAP and the Michigan Bridge Card. During summer 2025 we will accept WIC, Senior Project Fresh, Tribal Elders Farmers Market Coupons, and Prescription for Health Coupons. We also offer free delivery for those using SNAP, funded by a mini-grant given us by Groundwork, offering true access to local food. In addition, we distribute overages to local food pantries.
Can I help? Please visit our CSA page to learn more about participating with the co-op!
I am a farmer, how do I learn more about joining? Please visit our Member Resources page to learn more about joining our cooperative, then contact us. We are available via email or phone to discuss win/win situations!
What is the best way to keep in touch? Signing up to receive our informative weekly newsletter is the best way to make sure you're up to date with our current news. We also post on Facebook, please visit and give us a like there!
Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on co-op happenings and to be reminded to order your local food groceries weekly.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email us at grow@torchlakecoop.com
or call/text 231.676.3186
To shop for your local food groceries from all of our producers, click on Shop Online. That takes you to the Open Food Network, open source software designed to help farmers collaborate and create thriving enterprises.
Members of the Torch Lake Co-op and other local food producers are working together to make your local food shopping easier, while making farmer's routines more efficient, productive, and rewarding. We strive to create win/win relationships for those we serve- local food enthusiasts and our small farm community.
Visit our CSA page to learn more about ways you can participate in the Torch Lake Co-op. Whether it is by donating time, money, or investing in our mission and vision, we welcome win/win ideas that strengthen our local food economy.
