Building horticultural knowledge with creativity
We aim to change the relationship Northernn Ireland people have with their food chain; to promote friendly, sustainable and ethical gardening and provide local employment opportunities. Why not try vegetable growing in your urban space....try our 1m Feedbank Challenge
CO-OPERATIVE
As a consortium cooperative our structure means it is run for the benefit of its members who are businesses, end users, researchers and other horticultural-linked trades and professions.
By being part of the Good to Grow co-op they may benefit from economies of scale, support, marketing, tendering and innovation. So economically growth may be achieved while costs and risk may be reduced. It also enables members to retain their own brand identity, independence and control.
Our business is horticulture in the broadest terms but we plan to offer a service which reaches out to all sectors of the industry and enables engagement between the general public and trade. We will offer an umbrella service from incorporating advice, education and outreach, networking, design, horticultural therapy and production. So basically connecting people on a horticultural stage while also offering events, training and advice.
The key objectives are to actively increase pollinators while sustaining and creating employment. The Co-operative hopes to bridge the gap, building knowledge, creativity and horticultural at grass roots, while becoming a veritable hive of activity for all its members.
MEMBERSHIP
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You have a vote – one member equals one vote
At the AGM every member gets an equal vote for the election on the Board, the application of profits and the transaction of any other business
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You can be involved in the development
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You can apply to be on our board of directors
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Membership is for one year
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Discount to courses
HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER
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Annual fee of £25 or £8 concessional/student
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15% discount off online courses (to be developed)
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Membership can be purchased as a gift
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For your interest in membership and would like to chat with one of the Team, please email info@goodtogrow.coop or complete the link below.
WHAT IS A COOPERATIVE
Co-operatives exist to serve their members, whether they are the customers, the employees or the local community. Because they do not need to bring benefits to outside shareholders, co-operative can focus on making sure that members get the best service – Cooperative Alternatives.
POLICIES
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Complaints
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Data protection
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Refund
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Social Media, email and online
IS GOOD TO GROW A LEGAL ENTITY
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Yes we are registered through the Financial Conduct Authority under Co-operative and Community Benefit Society Act (Northern Ireland) 1969 as a Co-operative Society. https://www.fca.org.uk/firms/our-responsibilities-mutual-societies. Our Constitution and Bylaws are found at the following links By-Laws and Constitution