International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Dr. Sandeep Kaur and VLV Kameswari

abstract
Small and marginal farmers face many challenges in agricultural production and agricultural marketing. One of the effective and efficient ways of addressing these challenges is bringing them together as group by forming Farmer Producer Company (FPC). Farmer Producers Company reduces the cost of production by providing various services and inputs, establishing market linkages and enhancing income via collective bargaining. Considering this, a study was undertaken to analyse the performance of eight FPOs in Uttarakhand. The findings revealed that four FPOs were performing very well with a score of >75 and were ready for credit linkages. One FPO was in the range of 60-75 per cent and required capacity building for credit linkage. It was also found that two FPOs were in Grade C, with score ranging from 50-60 and require capacity building. Laksar Agro FPC was the only FPC in Grade D with a score of <50 and needed detailed assessment for further capacity building.