Barbadians and visitors alike will have an opportunity to experience the innovation of this island’s Co-operative Movement when the co-operatives market (co-op mart) is held this Friday, February 10.
It will take place on the grounds of the Baobab Tower, Warrens, St. Michael, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Co-op mart will be hosted by the Co-operatives Department, Ministry of Energy and Business.
Diverse businesses which make up Women Entrepreneurs and Emerging Brands Co-operatives, co-operatives in the agricultural sector and small businesses will showcase their products and services.
Some of the items on sale will include agricultural produce; plants; clothing; art and craft; natural drinks; several jewellery styles, including pieces crafted by Rachel Clement Sea Glass Accessories, and bath and body care products. Refreshments will also be on sale.
There will be free health checks by the Diabetes and Hypertension Association of Barbados, while a representative of Pan-American International Insurance Corporation will share information on insurance.
Those visiting co-op mart during the morning will be treated to vegetarian food samples provided by Pinnacle Co-operative Society Limited, and pork samples from the Pig Farmers’ Co-operative, prepared by Dr. Phil’s Kitchen.
Co-op Resident DJ Glen and steel pan virtuoso, Elan Marie Jordan, of ELANJAY, will also be present.