Agricultural co-operatives have long been pillars of rural Australia, supporting farmers in marketing and processing their produce.
Beginning in the 1880s with dairy co-operatives, these groups empowered farmers by removing middlemen and boosting profits.
Some of the country’s largest co-operatives, like CBH Group, Norco, WAMMCO, Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-op, Yenda Producers and Almondco, demonstrate the power of collective effort.
Today, agricultural co-ops continue to thrive in supporting primary producers, sustaining rural economies and empowering local communities to flourish together.
Read more about agricultural co-operatives on the Co-operative Farming website.
