Hardwick Farmers Co-Operative Exchange

The Hardwick Farmers' Co-operative Exchange was founded in 1914 by a small group of local farmers who wanted to increase their buying power. Originally, the Calvin Paige building (formerly the Mixter store) located on the Hardwick town common was used as the co-op store. Today the Calvin Paige building remains a community building, which is used by various community groups, including 4-H clubs and Boy Scouts.

Hardwick Farmers' is a co-operative in which farmers and other members of the community are shareholders. Originally, shareholders were issued stock certificates like the one shown on the left.

The co-op moved to its current location on Route 32 (Lower Road) in 1974. The current facility is a large 7-acre facility, which includes three warehouses and a large retail store. While the changing demographics of the area have made the co-op change with the times and expand its product lines to the diverse offerings it has today, the Hardwick Farmers Co-Operative Exchange remains firmly committed to meeting the needs of area farmers in terms of feed, supplies and other support programs.

All animal hobbyists, from horses to llamas and alpacas will find everything they need at the co-op. Feed and supplies needed for almost any household pet can also be found in the co-op's large pet department. The lawn & garden and nursery departments have grown to hold a reputation for both excellence in quality and quantity of products offered.

Perhaps what makes the co-op the unique treasure that it is today is its people. The co-op has a staff of about 20 customer-focused people who are ready to help you. With an array of knowledge, expertise and personal experience on which to draw upon, the co-op staff is always ready to answer your questions and offer advice.

Check out the *NEW* Shareholder Information Center located just inside the office area!  This special space was recently created for HFCX Members to keep abreast of the latest information regarding your Co-Op. Here you will find prior year’s Annual Reports, Annual Meeting minutes, Monthly Statements of Operations, Board of Directors’ Meeting Minutes, Board of Directors contact information, By-Laws for Hardwick Farmers’ Co-Op, and a list of stockholders. This information is available for perusal during normal business hours and copies of documents can be made for a small fee of 25 cents per page.