We know how frustrating it can be to keep seeing those “out of stock” signs where your favorite product usually sits, and we would like to thank you, our members and shoppers, for your continued support and patience as we navigate through the latest supply chain issues.
A reduced labor force, rising costs, shipping delays, and of course, the ongoing pandemic, have culminated in a disruption to every link in the supply chain. Our primary supplier, UNFI Chesterfield, has been recognized as one of the five “ highly distressed” distribution centers in the nation, according to the National Co+op Grocers. While we do our best to source as many products as possible directly from local producers, we still heavily rely on these larger natural food suppliers for many items throughout the store. Some out-of-stocks are the direct result of certain manufacturers or companies pausing production on these items—due, once again, to labor shortages and rising material/ingredient costs. Our Wellness and Grocery departments have been particularly impacted by these issues.
In an effort to combat these challenges, our managers are working together to find new products, new solutions, and new suppliers. We will continue to seek out ways to source items directly from local farmers and producers, and commit to finding comparable replacements for long-term out-of-stock items.
If you have questions or concerns about a particular product missing from our shelves, or would like to discuss what may be a comparable option in the meantime, please reach out to us at info@springfieldfood.coop and we will get you in touch with the manager for the relevant department. Again, we thank you for your continued patience and commitment to supporting local businesses throughout these challenges. By choosing to shop from your co-op, you are directly strengthening and supporting our local economy and the greater community. We’ll get through this together, folks.
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