We build a theoretical model to study a market structure of a marketing cooperative with direct selling, in which many farmers are members of an agricultural marketing cooperative. They can sell their production either to the cooperative or on a local market. We show that the decision to sell to...

Co-operatives need to be managed on efficient and profitable lines. Well-managed co-operatives will not only surpass commercial private dairies in their economic and productivity impacts, but they are also likely to function as vehicles of development and change in rural economy. Well-managed...

This working paper is produced within the project framework of the Employment Regeneration Programme funded by the EAR, undertaken under the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare, and contracted to IMC Consulting Ltd (EuropeAid/114770/D/SV/KOS). It is intended to promote greater discussion about...

Auto-Rickshaws are the important means for urban mobility and an important part of sustainable transportation, as well as a mode for quality life in Indian cities. Integrating Auto-rickshaw services as a feeder mode complements public transportation systems, ensuring connectivity and easy access...

Farmers form Farmers Groups to be a forum that facilitates various activities needed by farmers, one of which is the distribution of fertilizers, both subsidized and non-subsidized fertilizers. Farmer groups in the Sukoharjo area are still facing problems with local culture and the...