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Co-op Month

October is National Co-op Month

The Kansas Cooperative Council will once again be participating in Co-op Month.  The theme for the 2024 National Cooperative Month in October is "The Future is Cooperative".  The Council will be engaging in several activities throughout the month to thank our members and help raise the profile of cooperatives in Kansas.  We hope that you and your cooperative will do the same!

Co-op Month Photo Contest

Get ready to capture and share your favorite moments! We are excited to announce the 3rd Annual Co-op Month Photo Contest, and we want to see your best shots. Whether you’re a photography pro or simply love snapping photos, this is your chance to showcase your cooperative story and celebrate agriculture through your lens.

  • Contest is open to ALL ages and ALL skill levels - everyone welcome!
  • Individuals may submit up to 5 total photos.
  • Categories include:
    • Life Around the Co-op
    • Faces of Agriculture
    • Amber Waves of Grain
    • Show Us Your Co-op Principles
    • Farm Life Unfiltered

By submitting photos, the photographer permits the KCC to use photos in future promotional materials, including to but not limited to print, website, and social media.

Co-op Month Lunches

Who doesn't love a free meal.  We have randomly drawn a Co-op from each of our districts to receive a catered lunch for all employees and board members.  Winners will be notified!

  • Leroy Cooperative Association, Leroy
  • Frontier Ag, Inc., Goodland
  • Farmers Cooperative Association, Columbus
  • Golden Valley, Inc., Rozel

Celebrate National Co-op Month with Us

There’s no better time to celebrate the power of cooperatives and the vital role they play in our communities. This year, we invite everyone—members, employees, and supporters—to join in the celebration by participating in our events, sharing your co-op stories, and highlighting how cooperatives contribute to a better way of doing business.

Why Celebrate Co-ops?

Cooperatives are built on shared values and the principles of community, self-help, and mutual benefit. Whether it’s in agriculture, utilities, credit unions, or retail, co-ops are owned by their members, for the benefit of their members. National Co-op Month is an opportunity to showcase the positive impact cooperatives have on our economy and the lives of millions.

You can also check out the National Co-op Month website for more ideas and logos!