Best Practices of Mabuhay Kahayagan Coffee Growers Cooperative: A Case Study

This study gives further analysis of the Mabuhay Kahayagan Coffee Growers Cooperative (MKCGC) in Tagbina, Surigao del Sur, Philippines. It examines the development of the cooperative and its local impact, and outlines what the future holds for it. The descriptive and narrative approach enables the exploration of the history of coffee production in the region, the formation of cooperatives, and its transformation into a beacon of agricultural rural development and exciting paradigms of business agrarian entrepreneurship. The main takeaways demonstrate how MKCGC has improved thanks to training programs, such as Nestlé's Project CoFFEE, assistance with building roads and other facilities from the Department of Agriculture and the DAR, and efforts to connect the community digitally, supported by the DICT and USAID. The positive effects of the cooperative discussed in the study include job creation, value addition to their coffee, and community involvement. It also mentions the problems that concern them, such as fluctuating market rates, risks associated with changing weather conditions, and the need to develop a strong brand. In conclusion, the paper will provide recommendations on how to improve management, enhance the relationship between the cooperative and the coffee supply chain, and ensure its long-term survival. It implies that MKCGC is an excellent example for other Filipino farming communities in the countryside who are seeking to develop as a group.