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@article{203439,
        author = {Dhanyashree and Mrs. Rekha Shetty},
        title = {A Study on the Role and Performance of an Agricultural Co-operative Society in Supporting Farmers},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {12304-12309},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=203439},
        abstract = {Agriculture plays an important role in the rural economy, and Co-operative societies support farmers by providing agricultural loans, insurance services, and other financial assistance. This study focuses on the role of Bajpe Vyavasaya Seva Sahakari Bank, Niyamitha in supporting farmers through short-term agricultural loans, medium-term agricultural loans, weather-based crop insurance, and other farmer-related services. The study also examines the impact of these services on farmers’ productivity and income. Primary data was collected from farmers and staff members of the Co-operative society, while secondary data was collected from reports and official records. The findings reveal that agricultural loans and Co-operative services have helped farmers in timely farming operations, improved crop growth, increased awareness about schemes, and strengthened farmer interaction and participation in Co-operative activities. The study further analyses the relationship between agricultural loan amount and profitability of the Co-operative society using correlation analysis. The result shows a moderate positive relationship between agricultural loan amount and profitability. Overall, the study highlights the important role played by the Co-operative society in improving agricultural activities and supporting rural development.},
        keywords = {Agricultural Loans, Co-operative Society, Farmers, Agricultural Productivity, Profitability, Crop Insurance, Rural Development.},
        month = {May},
        }