A STUDY OF FARMER PERCEPTION TOWARDS FARMER PRODUCER ORGANIZATION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Abstract

This paper reports the findings of a systematic review on farmer perception towards Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs). A total of 20 studies were found which reported the attitude and perceptions towards FPOs. The results indicate that majority of farmers are positive about FPOs. Commonly reported pro-FO attitudes include increased benefits over time, increased income, improved input quality, and better market access. Commonly reported con-FO attitudes include higher cost to join an organization and greater transaction costs at sale due to cooperation with other producers.