How to Start a Cooperative This guide outlines the process of organizing and financing a cooperative business. Rather than being a complete handbook, this publication represents the most important elements to consider when forming a cooperative. It lists what special expertise is necessary, and where to look for help. Earlier versions of this publication emphasized working with groups of agricultural producers to develop markets and sources of supply for farm operators. A compelling need and a few community leaders can spark the idea of forming a cooperative. A cooperative is a business owned and controlled by the people who use its services. In many respects, cooperatives resemble other businesses. The user-owned principle means the people who own and finance the cooperative are those who use it. People organize cooperatives to improve their income or economic position or to provide a needed service. Reduce costs- Volume purchasing reduces the purchase price of needed supplies. 1.
The Grower - The Grower How to Start a Cooperative This guide outlines the process of organizing and financing a cooperative business. Rather than being a complete handbook, this publication represents the most important elements to consider when forming a cooperative. It lists what special expertise is necessary, and where to look for help. Earlier versions of this publication emphasized working with groups of agricultural producers to develop markets and sources of supply for farm operators. This version has been broadened to also include nonfarm cooperative applications. the cooperative business structure, already shown to be successful in agriculture, also has been useful in helping others obtain desired benefits or provide needed services in areas like housing, utilities, finance, health care, child care, and small business support. A compelling need and a few community leaders can spark the idea of forming a cooperative. A cooperative is a business owned and controlled by the people who use its services. 1.
Produce Retailer The Packer Blog Archives » Dupont Announces Support For USFRA The U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance got a boost from DuPont. The company has announced its support of USFRA by becoming one of the first members of the Premier Partners Advisory Group. “We appreciate the support of DuPont as we build the foundation for an alliance that will tell the great story of America’s farmers and ranchers, and the healthy and sustainable food supply that they produce,” said Bob Stallman, president of the American Farm Bureau Federation and chairman of USFRA. DuPont is one of the first members of the USFRA’s Premier Partners Advisory Group (PPAG) that will support the efforts of the independent farmers and ranchers in the Alliance.