Inclusive agricultural cooperatives and territorial development

By Othmane Bensahri and Fatima Zohra Sossi Alaoui

This work offers an in-depth analysis of the inclusiveness of agricultural cooperatives, in connection with territorial development, through the prism of territorial capacity. It first traces the foundations of the cooperative movement and its key principles, often little applied in the field. The study highlights the resilience of the cooperative model, particularly in Morocco. It then clarifies the distinctions between inclusiveness, inclusion, diversity and integration, and explores pathways towards more inclusive cooperatives. The analysis of development paradigms shows the shift towards integrated territorial approaches, highlighting the strategic role of the inclusiveness of solidarity economy organizations. Finally, the work questions the link between performance, territorial innovation and the inclusive development of rural territories.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6208854466
• ISBN13: 9786208854461
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"