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Building resilient farmer producer organizations: Driving inclusive and sustainable rural transformation through collective strength

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  • Kumar Burman, Amit
  • Bahera, Biswajit

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Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) are increasingly recognized as engines of inclusive agricultural growth. By enabling small and marginal farmers to aggregate produce, access inputs, and improve bargaining power, FPOs hold the promise of transforming rural economies. Yet, many continue to struggle with weak governance structures, limited managerial capacity, and challenges in accessing markets and finance. To unlock their true potential, FPOs need systematic capacity-building. Recognizing this, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment (DA&FE), Government of Odisha, in collaboration with IFPRI, organized state-level trainings to strengthen FPOs across the state. Over three days, 130 representatives, including board members, chief executive officers (CEOs), and staff from 38 FPOs covering all districts, participated in three batches. The training was designed not only to impart technical knowledge but also to create a platform for peer learning, reflection, and problem-solving. The overarching goal was clear: move FPOs from scheme-driven entities to self-sustaining, market-ready businesses.

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  • Kumar Burman, Amit & Bahera, Biswajit, 2026. "Building resilient farmer producer organizations: Driving inclusive and sustainable rural transformation through collective strength," Project notes 181985, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI).
    • Handle: RePEc:fpr:prnote:181985
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