The Grain Train is a cooperative-owned retail grocer offering a wide range of whole and organic foods, locally grown products ranging from meat, poultry, fruits and vegetables, and honey, to support the many small farms, growers and producers in this area.  We strive to offer foods and products that are organic and safe for our customers and our environment.  Additionally, we offer supplements, personal care products, and cleaning supplies that align with our mission and values.

What Our Co-op Has To Offer

• A complete selection of natural foods products
• Foods that meet the needs of people with dietary restrictions
• Prepared foods to go, form soups and salads to complete entrees made fresh daily in our own kitchen.  Our cooks welcome special orders, large or small.  Party menu planning is also available.
• A wide variety of local products: baked goods, produce, eggs, dairy, meats, wines, and many regional specialties.  The co-op is committed to supporting the area's farmers and producers.
• Extensive bulk food sections including grains, flours, beans, pasta, nuts, snacks, herbs  spices, oils, and coffee
• Organically grown choices including fresh produce, dairy, frozen foods, bulk foods, wines, and many grocery items
• Natural health and beauty products, vitamins, and homeopathic remedies.
• Environmentally friendly cleaning products
• Organic and artisanal cheeses along with favorites and cheese alternatives
• Books on natural foods and health

Our Mission

The Grain Train is committed to empowered individuals, vital communities and a healthy Planet.  As a Natural Foods Cooperative, we are the trusted source in northern Michigan for high quality, local, organic and natural products at a fair value to our member/owners and community.

Our History

The Grain Train Natural Foods Cooperative was born in 1971 when a group of Petoskey area residents joined together to obtain quality foods at reasonable prices - free from unnecessary additives and not overly refined.  In 1972, The Grain Train opened it's first store at 311 1/2 E Mitchell St in Petoskey and incorporated as a not-for-profit, consumer-owned corporation.  In 1977, we relocated to a Victorian era storefront at 421 Howard St, now the home of Julienne Tomatoes.  In late 2002 we moved to our present location at 220 E Mitchell St, where the larger retail space lets us carry a larger variety of products to accommodate all of our members.