Cooperatives like BREC provide education and training for their members, elected representatives, managers, and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their cooperatives. They inform the general public, particularly young people and opinion leaders, about the nature and benefits of cooperation.  The pictures above show kindergarteners receiving a lesson on electrical safety, FFA members learning about the co-op business model and co-op directors and managers discussing issues important to cooperative members and the rural way of life with State Senator Kevin Engler (center).

Having an informed membership is important to cooperatives.  Education, Information & Training, a cooperative principle that is put to use everyday at BREC.  Now that’s the cooperative difference!