陕西省实施《中华人民共和国农民专业合作社法》办法

Core Points - The document outlines regulations for the establishment and operation of farmers' professional cooperatives, aiming to promote high-quality development and protect the rights of members [2][3] - It emphasizes the importance of democratic management and equal status among members, with a focus on serving the collective interests of farmers [3][4] - The government is tasked with providing support and guidance to these cooperatives through various measures, including financial assistance and policy coordination [9][26] Chapter Summaries Chapter 1: General Principles - The purpose of the regulations is to standardize the organization and behavior of farmers' cooperatives and to support their development [2] - The cooperatives are defined as mutual economic organizations formed voluntarily by agricultural producers or service providers [2] Chapter 2: Establishment and Operation - Membership in cooperatives must consist of at least 80% farmers, with specific rules regarding the inclusion of enterprises [8][9] - Cooperatives must establish a charter and hold a founding assembly to ensure democratic governance [11][12] - Financial management systems must be established, and cooperatives are required to maintain transparency in their operations [14][23] Chapter 3: Promotion and Development - Cooperatives can independently apply for agricultural projects and are encouraged to engage in various agricultural services [26][27] - Financial institutions are urged to innovate agricultural financing products to support cooperatives and their members [27][28] - The government is responsible for facilitating training, technical support, and market access for cooperatives [26][40] Chapter 4: Regulation and Management - A quality safety supervision system for agricultural products is mandated, along with the promotion of standardized production practices [30][31] - Cooperatives must report their annual activities and financial status to ensure accountability [31] Chapter 5: Legal Responsibilities - Specific legal responsibilities are outlined for government officials and cooperative leaders to prevent misconduct and protect the rights of cooperatives and their members [32][33] Chapter 6: Supplementary Provisions - The regulations apply to state-owned farms and similar entities engaged in agricultural production [35] - The regulations came into effect on March 1, 2021 [36]