It’s time to
love local.
A Neighborly Kind of Grocery Store
Welcome to The Patch.
Grow with Us
A fresh career starts here. We foster a fair, considerate and generous workplace culture. Which department is calling your name?
Who We Are
We are everyone’s cooperative grocery store, collectively owned by the folks who shop here – like YOU, your friends & neighbors!
What’s the Dill?
Find great deals on your favorite foods and other good-for-you things, shop via Curbside Pick Up, and check out what’s on the menu at our Deli.
Vehicle for Change
Since 1976 we’ve been building a sustainable & equitable food system that supports healthy people, animals and the environment. When you spend your dollars at The Patch, you contribute to a thriving local economy and a kinder, more resilient world.
Choose Your Main Squeeze.
Need something to brighten your day? Grab some winter citrus and pucker up for some tangy, zippy goodness.
Organic & Delicious.
We support Fair Trade and Certified Organic producers and work closely with local farmers to plan crop production and to help ensure their financial stability. We’re building a delicious food movement, one bite at a time!
Join for the Perks,
Stay for the Purpose.
Owner and Volunteer Discounts, Voting Rights, e-Receipts and Patronage Dividends – what’s not to like? Plus, our owners get that warm, fuzzy feeling that comes from belonging to a business that does good things.
What’s Up at The Patch
We Want You!
The Board of Directors serves a critical role in overseeing and guiding our Co-op. Directors attend board meetings and the meetings of at least one committee. Three positions on the Board, each for three-year terms, become available at every annual election. Elections are held each […]
Owner Appreciation Month
February is Owner Appreciation Month! We’re showing our appreciation for YOU, our BriarPatch Owners and hope you enjoy your 10% discount on one shopping trip this month. Thanks for supporting your local co-op. Not yet an Owner? What are you waiting for?
Sierra Harvest Food & Farm Conference
The Sierra Harvest Sustainable Food & Farm Conference has an exciting new format for 2022: On-Farm Field Days featuring farmer-to-farmer education, hands-on skill-building, practical tools beginning farmers and ranchers and networking opportunities. Sliding scale fees are available through registration with scholarships available for farmers and […]
Featured Farmer
Meet Spencer of Wingfield honey
Have you tried Wingfield Honey? Beekeeper Spencer Wingfield runs the family business with his wife, Michelle. Beekeeping and queen rearing in the Sutter Buttes was a large part of Spencer’s childhood. “All of my honey comes right from my own bees. This ensures that my honey is truly local,” said Spencer.