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]

河南省第十四届人民代表大会常务委员会 公告 第59号 《河南省农民专业合作社条例》已经河南省第十四届人民代表大会常务委员会第十八次会议于2025年7 月31日审议通过，现予公布，自2025年10月1日起施行。 （2025年7月31日河南省第十四届人民代表大会常务委员会第十八次会议通过） 河南省人民代表大会常务委员会 2025年7月31日 第一章 总则 第一条 为了规范农民专业合作社的组织和行为，鼓励、支持、引导农民专业合作社的高质量发展，保 护农民专业合作社及其成员的合法权益，推进乡村全面振兴，加快建设农业强省，根据《中华人民共和 国农民专业合作社法》等有关法律、行政法规，结合本省实际，制定本条例。 第二条 本条例适用于本省行政区域内农民专业合作社的设立、运行、指导、扶持、服务等活动。 第三条 农民专业合作社坚持中国共产党领导，坚持以农民为成员主体，以服务成员为宗旨，入社自 愿、退社自由，成员地位平等，实行民主管理，利益共享、风险共担。 第四条 县级以上人民政府应当将农民专业合作社发展纳入国民经济和社会发展规划，建立农民专业合 作社工作综合协调机制，制定并落实引导、支持农民专业合作社发展的政策措施，完善服务机 ...