The Impact of Agricultural Cooperatives on Marketing of Rice Produce In Abuja

This study examined the impact of agricultural cooperatives on marketing of rice produce in Abuja. The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the relationship between agricultural cooperatives and marketing of rice in Abuja and identify the constraints inherent in agricultural cooperatives and marketing of rice in Abuja. Two research questions guided the study. Primary and secondary data were used for the study. Questionnaire was developed using the literature and used as the major instrument for data collection. The study revealed that lack of distribution channel is one of the constraints in the agricultural cooperatives and lack of market awareness. It was recommended that there must be sustained cooperative education in order to enlighten members on their roles and to show the general public the important roles cooperatives can play in their lives and the development process.