It was so exciting to see so many of you in attendance at our annual Meeting of Owners (MOO) on June 6th. We had our largest number of RSVPs ever, and with Mother Nature "cooperating" as well, it was a terrific celebration of our 50th year. 

During the meeting, we were honored by an official proclamation from the city (presented by our District 3 councilperson, April Parker), and had Deep Roots founders Martha Legare and David Sower take the stage as well. 

You also voted in our board elections, and results are in: please know that we'll welcome back two incumbents (Lisa Donkor and Debra Smith-El) and newcomer Ambrose Kee to our board- congratulations! And our by-laws change was approved as well.

The MOO was a festive, heartfelt tribute to our incredible history and to what you all have helped achieve here at Deep Roots since 1976. Thank you so very much for your support.

Three cheers also to all of our wonderful vendors and musicians who added so much to the day, and a HUGE shout out to our staff, board members and owner volunteers who made it all happen behind (and in front!) of the scenes. 

Here's to the next 50 years! 

Deep Roots Co-op Community,

Thank you to everyone who attended our 2026 Annual Meeting of Owners (MOO!) and 50th anniversary block party. Your participation, engagement, and commitment to our cooperative help make Deep Roots a stronger community-owned organization. We appreciate the thoughtful questions, discussions, and support shared during the event.

I'd also like to give a massive thank you to all our staff members, board members, and volunteers who helped to make this milestone event a huge success.

For owners who were unable to attend, we want to ensure you have access to the information presented. Attached is our Annual Report, which provides an overview of the co-op's performance, accomplishments, financials, and priorities for the year ahead.

As an owner, your involvement and support are essential to our continued success. We encourage you to review the report and reach out with any questions or feedback.

Thank you for being a part of Deep Roots Co-op Market and for helping us fulfill our mission of serving our community through cooperation.

With sincere appreciation,

Matt Davis, General Manager
Deep Roots Co-op Market

Check out this great article from our friends at The Assembly as we continue to celebrate 50 years of co-operation in 2026!

Zero-waste shopping has been trendy for years now, and it's a trend that *should* go viral. At Deep Roots Market, it is very easy to reduce your packaging waste by shopping in the co-op's extensive bulk department. As a fun history tidbit, Deep Roots started as a bulk-buying club in the dorms of Guilford College. We have stayed true to our roots by having the *best* bulk section in the Triad.

Yes, that is an astonishing 360 items available in Bulk! 

How to shop bulk:

1. You can bring your own container (bag/jar/etc.) from home. Write the weight (tare) on the container. Write the PLU # on the container. Fill it up!
2. There are paper bags located in the bulk department. Write the PLU # on the bag. Fill it up! 

Why shopping bulk is good for the planet: 

1. Eliminating Packaging Waste: Bulk goods come to the co-op in 25-50# paper bags. Packaged goods get repacked into smaller portions (often being packed in plastic) & packed into boxes. When you shop bulk you can use your own container or use paper bags.
2. Reducing Transportation:
Bulk goods: Packed in 25-50# bags > Sent to warehouses > Sent to Grocery stores
Packaged goods: Bulk goods are sent to companies > Items get repackaged into smaller portions & boxes > Sent to warehouses > Sent to Grocery Stores
3. Reducing Food Waste: When you shop bulk you can purchase *just the right amount* if you need ½ a cup of an obscure ingredient for a recipe, you can buy just that amount and not have a package of food sitting in your pantry unused.

Next time you are in the store take a walk through bulk, and don’t forget your reusable bags & jars!

Greensboro City Council Recognizes Deep Roots Market for 50 Years of Service to the Community

At the March 2nd, 2026, Greensboro City Council Meeting, Deep Roots Market was honored to receive a special resolution commemorating the co-op's 50 years of service to Greensboro and its surrounding communities.

The resolution was presented by District 3 Councilmember April Parker and accepted with immense gratitude on behalf of the co-op by General Manager Matt Davis, Board President Drew Dix, Board Co-Vice President Spoma Jovanovic, and Board Members Cecelia Allen and Andrea Davidson.