An economic and financial analysis of 77 local farmers cooperatives affiliated with the Tennessee Farmers Cooperative

Author

Bobby Hugh Pentecost

Date of Award

8-1958

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Agricultural Economics

Major Professor

Claud L. Scorggs

Committee Members

Joe A. Martin, Aubrey N. Snellings, Eric Winters

Abstract

The objectives of this study are:

1. To examine the financial statements of local cooperatives affiliated with the Tennessee Farmers Cooperative to:

a. describe and analyze the current financial structure and determine the relative financial condition of 77 local farmers cooperatives.

b. study trends of selected organizations for relationships affecting operational efficiency.

2. To describe and compare factors relative to managerial efficiency and ability.

Recommended Citation

Pentecost, Bobby Hugh, "An economic and financial analysis of 77 local farmers cooperatives affiliated with the Tennessee Farmers Cooperative. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1958.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/8819