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GS3 · Economy4 Jul 2026 · The Hindu — Business

Roadside vendors turned exporters: Meghalaya’s ‘numbered’ farmers reap fruits of labour

A 433-member organic farmers’ producer company in Ri-Bhoi district’s Jirang has become a model of successful farm collectivisation

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Discuss the implications of successful farm collectivisation on rural economies, focusing on the potential benefits and challenges faced by farmers like those in Ri-Bhoi district's Jirang.

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What is the name of the organic farmers’ producer company that has become a model for successful farm collectivisation in Meghalaya?

  • A.Ri-Bhoi Organic Producers Co.
  • B.Jirang Farmers' Collective
  • C.Meghalaya Agricultural Consortium
  • D.Khasi Hills Cooperative

The text states that a 433-member organic farmers’ producer company in Ri-Bhoi district's Jirang has become a model of successful farm collectivisation.

How many members are part of the organic farmers' producer company that has achieved success in Ri-Bhoi district?

  • A.100
  • B.200
  • C.300
  • D.433

The text states that the organic farmers’ producer company has 433 members.

What is the name of the district where this successful farm collectivisation model is located?

  • A.Khasi Hills
  • B.Ri-Bhoi
  • C.Jirang
  • D.Meghalaya

The text states that the successful farm collectivisation model is in Ri-Bhoi district.

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