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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…