MODULE 1

Description of the module

Overview

The scope of this module is to show how and in which different ways the cooperation between farmers can be an essential development factor for agriculture and rural areas. Starting from the definition of some basic principles, we’ll guide you through different form of cooperation in different sectors, presenting to you concrete examples of farmers realizing cooperation experiences in Europe.

Learning objectives (knowledge/skills/attitudes acquired)

Knowledge

• Clear idea about the importance of cooperation in agriculture and a relationship system in rural areas.
• Clear picture about the different cooperation forms and experiences.

Skills

• Reflecting about the main principles and strategies involved in setting up a possible cooperation action relative to your specific own situation.

Attitudes

• Awareness for improving / maintaining a cooperation experience adequate to your own needs, managing marketing strategy and opportunities offered from EU policies,
• By following the offered links to the SUMMARY REPORT and the CASE STUDIES you can acquire some additional attitudes, that could represent a useful and practical guideline for farmers interested in setting up a cooperation process.