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What is the primary benefit of agricultural cooperatives?
What is the primary benefit of agricultural cooperatives?
- Direct sales to consumers for higher profits
- Adding value to basic farm products through processing and packaging (correct)
- Reducing the need for specialized farming and ranching
- Eliminating the need for advertising and distribution
Why is it rare for an individual producer to handle all activities associated with their commodities?
Why is it rare for an individual producer to handle all activities associated with their commodities?
- The activities are not profitable for individual producers
- Government regulations prohibit individual handling
- Individual producers lack the motivation to handle all activities
- The activities require specialized skills and resources (correct)
What adds value to basic farm products in the context of agricultural cooperatives?
What adds value to basic farm products in the context of agricultural cooperatives?
- Minimizing advertising efforts
- Direct selling to consumers
- Reducing production costs
- Processing and packaging (correct)
What is the role of agricultural cooperatives in the distribution of commodities?
What is the role of agricultural cooperatives in the distribution of commodities?
Why do agricultural producers participate in cooperatives for handling and distribution?
Why do agricultural producers participate in cooperatives for handling and distribution?
Flashcards
Value-Added Processing
Value-Added Processing
Agricultural cooperatives add value to raw farm products by processing and packaging them into consumer-ready goods.
Specialized Skills and Resources
Specialized Skills and Resources
Many activities involved in getting commodities to market require specific expertise and equipment that individual farmers often lack.
Commodity Distribution
Commodity Distribution
Agricultural cooperatives facilitate the handling and distribution of farm products, ensuring they reach consumers efficiently.
Cooperative Participation
Cooperative Participation
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