Business Operations Department of The Agricultural Co-operative Federation of Thailand, Ltd. (ACFT)

          The Agricultural Co-operative Federation of Thailand, Ltd. (ACFT) operates to promote cooperation among its members, providing mutual assistance and contributing to the community, using ethical principles based on human values. The aim is to enhance the quality of life for members and the community, both economically and socially, as outlined in the Cooperative federation’s regulations. The Agricultural Co-operative Federation of Thailand, Ltd. (ACFT)’s business activities include:

1. 1. Procurement and Supply: Acquiring and supplying agricultural materials such as fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, and other necessary items for sale to members.
   2. Marketing and Aggregation: Buying and consolidating produce from members to increase bargaining power, ensuring that produce is sold at higher prices. This prevents exploitation or price manipulation by buyers and distributes quality produce fairly to the community, avoiding intermediaries.
   3. Printing Services: Operating a large, standard-compliant printing facility to print various materials for government agencies, state enterprises, private companies, and individuals. The Agricultural Co-operative Federation of Thailand, Ltd. (ACFT) also sells printing templates for all types of cooperatives as prescribed by the Cooperative Auditing Department.
   4. Training and Education: Providing continuous education and training for members, board members, managers, and staff of member cooperatives. This ensures that all involved are informed about laws, cooperative principles, methods, rights, duties, and responsibilities.