What is a Co-op?

ICA Group Definition: Cooperatives are people-centred enterprises owned, controlled and run by and for their members to realize their common economic, social, and cultural needs and aspirations. Whether the members are the customers, employees, users or residents, cooperatives are democratically managed by the 'one member, one vote' rule. As businesses driven by values, not just profit, cooperatives share internationally agreed principles and act together to build a better world through cooperation.
 

Responsibilities of Membership

  • Financial: Members will be asked to purchase a voting share and may receive donation requests for co-op projects. 
  • Participatory Governance: Members are expected to attend member meetings, vote, and will have the opportunity to serve on the board. 
  • Standards of Conduct: Members value and uphold regenerative practices, transparency, and economic justice.

Producer Members

Farmers and foragers contribute cultivated or foraged mushrooms to the cooperative.

  • Access to shared equipment and cooperative purchasing power.
  • Opportunity to sell to a larger market
  • Participation in 
  • Democratic input on standards, pricing, and long-term strategy.

Contribution: Annual $250 · Lifetime $1,500. Annual auto-converts after 7 years.

Processor Members

Makers turning mushrooms into extracts, foods, medicines, and value-added products. Carry the fungal message into daily life.

  • Access to co-op sourced mushrooms and ingredients.
  • Sales and group marketing through the cooperative site 
  • Influence over processing standards, quality, and product lines.

Contribution: Annual $400 · Lifetime $2,500. Annual auto-converts after 7 years.

Consumer Members

As a MycoSymbiotics consumer member, you’re directly supporting small farmers and processors, a transparent food system, and cooperative values. Whether you’re a mushroom enthusiast, care about where your medicine comes from, or are looking for a network of like minded people - this membership is your invitation to co-create with us.

For $100/yr or $600 for a lifetime, consumer membership includes:
- Access to discounts on products and workshops
- Early access to co-op events and classes
- Voting rights in cooperative decisions
- A voice in shaping the future of regenerative mycology

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