Developing a Methodological Framework for Agricultural Cooperatives Studies: A PRISMA Systematic Review

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Document Type : Review Article-en

Authors

• M. Bamdad
• M. Zangeneh
• S. H. Peyman

Department of Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran

10.22067/jam.2024.89290.1273

Abstract

Agricultural cooperatives (ACs) play a vital role in the global agricultural sector, yet their success in food production and supply varies significantly across countries. This study presents a comprehensive review of existing literature on ACs using the PRISMA methodology and proposes a methodological framework to guide future research. Each selected study was analyzed based on four key dimensions: purpose, methodology, factors examined, and key findings. These variables were then categorized to enable a more robust comparative analysis. The review highlights that the success of ACs is driven by effective management, strong marketing strategies, and a dedicated workforce. Education emerges as a critical factor, irrespective of age or gender. However, strategies for success differ among cooperatives, underscoring the need for context-specific research to accurately assess the status and needs of ACs in various regions.

Keywords

• Agricultural cooperative
• Agricultural services
• Cooperative
• Member participation
• Performance evaluation

Main Subjects

• Agricultural systems engineering (greenhouse, fish farming, mushroom production)

©2025 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

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