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Show filtersScottish farming co-ops body SAOS appoints new chair and vice chair
Mark Clark and John Hutcheson have been welcomed into the new roles
Data and new challenges for co-op governance: A view from the agri sector
Co-op News speaks to Bob Yuill, deputy chief executive of the Scottish Agricultural Organisation Society
Ministers announce £10m fund to help farmers develop co-ops
The move was welcomed by Co-operatives UK which says collaborative working will help farmers adapt after…
SAOS conference examines the future of co-operation in Scottish agriculture
The event explored the role of collaboration at a time when the sector is facing uncertainty
2017 in focus: Some of the key topics in the co-operative year
From austerity and the future of farming to youth engagement and sustainability, the movement has placed…
Co-operation is good for agricultural business – and Scotland needs more of it, says report
'We see great potential in encouraging greater use of collaboration and building on the excellent, if…
Farm co-ops need to do more to attract the right directors, study finds
A survey by Co-operatives UK and SAOS found that only 12% of respondents have a formal…
Learning about co-operative governance: Keeping a board up to date
Several organisations offer training packages to help co-op directors meet the changing needs of their organisations
Brexit: What next for Scottish agri co-ops?
The potential impact Brexit on Scottish farmers and agri co-ops has been discussed at a conference…
Farmers’ co-ops get government funding to encourage co-operation in Scottish agriculture
Two projects promoting and encouraging co-operation in Scottish agriculture will receive a government cash boost. The…
