Author(s): Patel Anjaliben Ashvinbhai, Swati Sharma and Mehul G Thakkar

Abstract: The present study was conducted in Khergam Taluka of Navsari district to examine the socio-economic characteristics, motivations, attitudes, and constraints of Farmer Producer Company (FPC) member farmers. A total of 150 respondents were surveyed using a structured questionnaire. The findings reveal that the majority of members were male, middle-aged, and had low levels of formal education, with most being small and marginal landholders engaged in both agriculture and animal husbandry. The primary motivations for joining FPCs were access to inputs and market information, while key constraints included high transportation costs, lack of proper training, and inadequate market intelligence. Members generally held positive attitudes toward the benefits of FPCs, particularly in enhancing professionalism and collective input procurement. However, challenges such as limited participation in decision-making, low transparency in some cases, and weak market access persist. The study recommends capacity building, improved governance, enhanced market linkages, and inclusive participation strategies to strengthen the performance and sustainability of FPCs in the region.

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