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This study analyzes the development and emerging challenges of Kojika Farm, a community-based agricultural producers’ cooperative corporation in Kanzaki City, Saga Prefecture. Originating from a machinery-sharing group formed in 2001, the organization adopted pooled accounting early and incorporated in 2013 as the first entity of its kind in the prefecture. Through mechanization, field consolidation, and the expansion of open-field vegetable production and a women-led processing division, Kojika Farm has strengthened its management base and achieved stable financial performance. A phased development plan—foundation, expansion, consolidation, and stabilization—has guided its organizational growth. However, the aging of members and the limited availability of motivated young successors present significant challenges for business continuity. Ensuring competitive employment conditions, cultivating managerial talent, and aligning with regional agricultural planning are essential for sustainable development. The case offers broader insights into the long-term viability of community-based farming organizations in Japan.
