Strengthening Ethics Within Agricultural Cooperatives

摘要

Cooperatives as distinct forms of business rely upon members to work together211u001etowards collective goals. Trust lies at the heart of cooperation and provides the 211u001ebasis for communication that is essential for members to seek mutual benefit. 211u001eThis report explains why ethics is important to the success of cooperatives and 211u001ewhat boards of directors and managers can do to strengthen it. Emphasis upon 211u001eethical business conduct may help distinguish cooperatives from other types of 211u001ebusiness while at the same time reinforcing membership commitment and loyalty.