The Main Obstacles and Possibilities of the Cooperative Movement in Lithuania

Ramanauskas, Julius; Stašys, Rimantas; Contò, Francesco

doi:10.1515/mosr-2017-0006

Abstract

The article analyses the obstacles of the cooperative movement in Lithuania and proposes new insights for the development of their activities. Analysis was based on and carried out using the Delphi survey methodological approach. The experience of a transnational Association of Producers Organisation “First International Association Fruit” was investigated as a relevant example. Suggestions for the development of Lithuanian cooperatives were worked out.

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