Producers’ Cooperative in Agro-eco-tourism Development: The Case of the Guimaras Mango Growers and Producers Development Cooperative (GMGPDC) in Guimaras, Philippines

ABSTRACT

Producers’ cooperative, with the local government unit (LGU), civil society organizations (CSOs), and community groups play a critical role in local economic development. This case study identi- fies Guimaras Mango Growers and Producers Development Cooperative’s (GMGPDC) roles in the agro-eco-tourism development of a mango farming industry in the Philippines. The study used key informant interviews, and group discussions with cooperative members, officers, and local govern- ment officials to elicit the roles of GMGPDC in agro-eco-tourism development. The study explains cooperative initiatives towards mango farming, and agro-eco-tourism development that are vital to the local economy. It also highlights cooperative empowerment, inclusiveness, and collaboration as values forged within the multi-stakeholder dynamics central to attaining agro-eco-tourism develop- ment. At the same time, it also captures internal, and external challenges concerning the cooperative that needs substantive attention. This study emphasizes the essentiality of organizing cooperatives to represent a more people-oriented organization; thus, addressing concerns over elites overtaking local industries, and agro-eco-tourism development. Expanding the collaboration with LGU, CSOs, and community groups is crucial to forging inclusive, and empowering steps and actions central to the mission. Lastly, the study provides recommendations to the GMGPDC, LGU, CSOs, and commu- nity groups that can help further address agro-eco-tourism development challenges.
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Producers’ Cooperative in Agro-eco-tourism Development: The Case of the Guimaras Mango Growers and Producers Development Cooperative (GMGPDC) in Guimaras, Philippines

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