The present state of development of agricultural cooperatives in Kazakhstan: Problems and Prospects

Abstract

Agricultural cooperatives of various types are currently operating successfully around the world and represent one of the key organizational and legal forms of economic relations in rural production. Nevertheless, despite the creation and consolidation of the legal framework for cooperation at the state level, as well as support of the agricultural cooperative movement within targeted programs, there is insufficient development in this sphere, thereby emphasizing the relevance of this study's topic. The establishment of cooperatives in agriculture is an effective form of cooperation among agricultural producers and is considered a priority for ensuring the sustainable growth of the agro-industrial complex in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The objective of this study is to analyze the current state of agricultural cooperatives and determine their development prospects. Data from the official website of the Committee on Statistics of the Republic of Kazakhstan were used as the information base. The study employs a multifaceted approach, encompassing monographic and logical analysis, complemented by economic and statistical methods, to comprehensively assess the state of agricultural cooperatives in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of agricultural cooperatives within the nation, exploring regional dimensions and the underlying principles that define their nature. It further examines international best practices and addresses the challenges associated with establishing and operating the cooperative sector within the region's agro-industrial framework. The article elucidates contemporary strategies and distinctive characteristics that characterize the advancement of consumer cooperatives in the agricultural sector. Additionally, it offers recommendations for enhancing the efficacy of governmental oversight in the development of agricultural cooperation. The study's findings suggest that collective management structures, such as cooperatives, can serve as significant catalysts for the advancement of the agrarian sector economy.