COOCHIN CREEK FRUITGROWERS COO

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COOCHIN CREEK FRUITGROWERS CO-OPERATIVE

The Coochin Creek Fruitgrowers Co-operative was established in Beerwah in 1936 at the local railhead as a produce loading and merchandise supply centre for the local fruit and vegetable growers. Since those days the Co-op has grown and expanded into the large scale retail outlet that it is today. From its humble beginnings, founded by 19 farmers, the Co-op has remained true to its original ties and has stayed wholly and solely owned by the shareholders and not large corporate identities like many other similar stores. The Co-op now boasts in excess of 600 shareholders, a tribute to its ability to change with the times and provide shareholders with the products and services they require. It provides shareholders and the general public alike access to a large range of products at competitive prices with the added benefit of our shareholder/customer being eligible to participate in the annual profit distribution. The Co-op consists of several major departments working together to provide customers with a single outlet supplying most of their needs.

AGRONOMY SERVICES

The Co-op is a leading supplier and stockist of chemicals and fertilisers in the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland region. We specialize in products to suit a large and diverse range of applications. We also provide evaluation and analytical services, plant tissue, soil and water testing and advise on the best products to suit your requirements.

HARDWARE

The Co-op has the most diverse range of hardware and rural supplies in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. If we don't have exactly what you require, our friendly and experienced staff will be able to track it down for you.

PUMPS AND IRRIGATION

The Co-op is a distributor for Davey Pumps and stocks a comprehensive range of pipes and fittings to meet all of your irrigation requirements. We supply, service and repair household systems through to farm irrigation design and installation.

PACKAGING

The co-op stocks a diverse range of packaging and associated products to get your product to the end user in as pristine condition as it left your front gate.

SHELL SERVICE STATION

The Shell Servo in Beerwah is also an important part of the package provided by the Co-op. The Shell Service Station not only provides customers with all their fuel needs but also provides a range of high quality lubricants and automotive needs. Shareholders are also able to enjoy eligible profit distribution on all purchases through the Servo.

The Co-op prides itself in its ability to provide customers with a complete package.We have a large range of products competitively priced and the experienced and friendly staff able to assist you where needed.