What is a Farmer Producer Company?
It’s a hybrid between Cooperative Societies & Private Limited Companies registered under the Companies Act. They have democratic governance & each member has equal voting rights irrespective of the no. of shares held.
Activities Performed by a Producer Company in India
Following is the list of activities performed by a Producer Company in India:
1: Provide education to the mutual support principle to its members & others
2: Activities for the promotion of the interest of their members
3: Insurance of producers/their primary produce
4: Sale, supply, or manufacture of equipment, machinery, or consumables mainly to their members
5: Processing includes distilling, canning, preserving, brewing, packaging, drying & venting its members’ producer
6: Provide technical services, training, R&D, consultancy services & all other activities to promote its members’ interests
7: Promoting unique techniques of mutual & mutuality support
8: Financing of procurement, marketing, processing or other activities which comprise extending of the credit facilities or any other financial services to their members
9: Welfare measures/facilities for the members’ benefits as decided by the Board
10: Any other activity, similar to any of the actions which promote or encourage the principles of mutual support among the members in any different manner.
Different Types of Producer Companies in India
Following are the different types of Producer Companies in India:
Agricultural Producer Company: This type of Producer Company is set up by agriculturalists, farmers, or producers who are involved in the crop’s cultivation, poultry or dairy farming. The primary objective of an agricultural company is to increase the income of its members & improve their agricultural practices.
Sericulture Producer Company: It is set up by various individuals who are involved in the production of silk like silk reelers, weavers, or farmers. The primary objective of this Company is to improve the quality of silk produced, increase its availability & provide better marketing opportunities.
Horticultural Producer Company: It is established by individuals who are involved in horticulture like flowers, plants, growing fruits, or vegetables. The primary objective of this type of Company is to improve the quality of its products.
Handloom Producer Company: This type of Producer Company is set up by individuals who are involved in handloom weaving/handloom fabric production. The primary objective of a handloom company is to improve their products’ quality.