Financial Sustainability & Strategic Governance in Women-led Farmer Producer Organizations in Emerging Markets: Evidence from Tappal Samriddhi Mahila Kisan Producer Company Limited
Sr No:
Page No:
47-48
Language:
English
Authors:
Vinamra Dhakad*, Mayank Soni, Dharitri Borgohain, Konjengbam Dayananda Singh
Received:
2026-01-06
Accepted:
2026-02-11
Published Date:
2026-02-23
Abstract:
Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have emerged as a critical institutional mechanism to enhance the income and
bargaining power of small and marginal farmers in emerging economies. However, many FPOs face challenges related to financial
sustainability, governance, and strategic management. This study examines the financial performance, governance structure, and
operational sustainability of a women-led FPO—Tappal Samriddhi Mahila Kisan Producer Company Limited—in Aligarh district of
Uttar Pradesh, India. Using financial statement analysis, bank transaction analysis, and stakeholder interviews, the study identifies
significant gaps in working capital management, cost efficiency, governance capacity, and strategic prioritization. The FPO has strong
liquidity and equity structure, aspirational and resilient women leadership, and robust technical support from Transforming Rural India
Foundation. Currently, the FPO faces operational losses due to weak cost controls and lack of strategic focus. The findings highlight
the importance of structured financial governance, business prioritization, and institutional capacity building for sustainable growth of
FPOs. The study contributes to management literature by providing empirical insights into internal governance and financial
sustainability challenges in grassroots agricultural enterprises led by women farmers in emerging markets.
Keywords:
Farmer Producer Organizations, Financial Sustainability, Governance, Rural Enterprises, Women Entrepreneurship, Emerging Markets, Transforming Rural India Foundation.