Cause they didnt have anything better to do
Cause they didnt have anything better to do
Farmers join cooperatives because they want to bring locally grown, fresh food to their communities. The co-op helps not only the community, but the farmers as well.
In the late 1800's farmers organized Granges which set up cooperative banks and stores that gave farmers greater equality in the marketplace, and pushed through state legislation for better schools and for the protection of consumers and farmers.
Farm cooperatives helped farmers pool their money to buy tools and supplies.
The Grange.(1867- "patrons of husbandry"- helped farmers form cooperatives and pressured state legislators to regulate business on which farmers depended.)
The Grange.(1867- "patrons of husbandry"- helped farmers form cooperatives and pressured state legislators to regulate business on which farmers depended.)
Only southern farmers wanted to form Granges.
Farmers joined cooperatives to increase their bargaining power, reduce costs, and improve access to markets and resources. By pooling their resources, they could benefit from economies of scale, leading to better prices for supplies and services. Additionally, cooperatives provided a platform for sharing knowledge and best practices, enhancing productivity and sustainability in farming operations. Overall, these collaborations helped farmers achieve greater financial stability and community support.
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Fruit growers in the west
To cope with extreme weather conditions, farmers began to organize into groups called agricultural cooperatives or farmers' cooperatives. These cooperatives allowed farmers to share resources, knowledge, and support to better withstand the challenges posed by extreme weather events.
To unite the farmers to fight for political reform, first targeting railroad rates.