This study proposes a cooperative-led green value chain model for selected highland vegetables in Buguias, Benguet. Primary and secondary data were used in the study. Primary data were gathered through KII, FGD, and survey interviews among 30 farmer-members of LIFMPC. Descriptive, cost andreturns, and value chain analysis were conducted. The...
Cooperative-led Green Value Chain Development
Economic Implications of Disasters on the Cooperative Sector in CALABARZON, Philippines
Cooperatives serve as an important tool for improving the living conditions of members and their community. However, like any other business enterprise, cooperatives are also exposed to disasters that may affect theiroperations. This study analyzed the economic effects of disasters on cooperatives in CALABARZON, Philippines. Results of the Pearson’s chi-square...
Performance of the Sorosoro Ibaba Development Cooperative and Subasta Integrated Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative, Philippines
One of the basic conditions for sustainable enterprise development is economic efficiency. This study assesses the performance of two agricultural cooperatives in the Philippines – the Sorosoro Ibaba Development Cooperative (SIDC) and the Subasta Integrated Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative (SIFMPC) to shed light on the viability and efficiency of cooperatives as...
A Qualitative Analysis of Service Delivery of Potable Water Through Cooperatives: The Case of Talaga Barangay Water Service Cooperative, Philippines
This paper aims to demonstrate the important role of cooperatives in the provision and delivery of potable water to a community of households based on evidence from a case study of Talaga Barangay Water Service Cooperative (TBWSC) in Tanauan, Batangas. TBWSC is a water service type of cooperative that successfully...
Factors Affecting the Savings of Cooperative Members in the City of Calamba Cooperatives and Livelihood Development Department (CLDD)
Cooperative is a significant tool in savings mobilization. The City of Calamba Cooperatives and Livelihood Development Department (CLDD), established over twenty years, aims for an efficient savings and investment schemes for Calamba residents. This study attempts to identify the determinants of saving behavior of Calamba City cooperative members in assisted...