Farmer producer organisations (FPOS): An approach for doubling farmer income by 2022

Abstract

The small farmer found himself at the receiving end – his livelihood threatened in an environment of instability, competition and fragmentation of farm holdings. He faced many issues including lack of access to credit and the market, and technology adoption. Farmers income can be increased by increasing the productivity, by decreasing cost of cultivation, by ensuring competitive price with transparent price discovery mechanisms and by integrating allied activities, agriculture and non- farm sector and wage employment during agriculture off season. Organizing the Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) will be a suitable solution for attaining this target. This paper will provide an insight into the concept of Producer Organisations, forms and benefits of joining in Farmer Producer Organisations.