Establishment and Development of Agricultural Partner Corporation by Entrepreneurial Farm Businesses: A Case Study of Kamo Project in Hiroshima Prefecture

Abstract

In community-based farming corporations, organizational continuity problems are becoming apparent owing to the aging phenomena of members and retirement of farmers. This study aims to clarify the present situation and strategic alliances of agricultural partner corporations through a case study of entrepreneurial farm businesses in an agriculturally disadvantaged area. The results of this study verify the following three points: First, it demonstrates that constructing a management strategy for a deep partnership with the rural community and aiming for the company’s development are important. Second, it clarifies that centralized management resources are crucial to realize business development and investment for regional revitalization. Third, it establishes that community-based initiatives are important for understanding and sympathizing with management philosophy.