Table of Contents:

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Chapter 1

: Introduction**
- Background of the Study
- Statement of the Problem
- Research Objectives
- Research Questions
- Significance of the Study
- Scope and Limitations
- Definition of Terms

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Chapter 2

: Literature Review**
- Conceptual Framework of Agricultural Cooperatives
- Importance of Market Access for Smallholder Farmers
- Contributions of Agricultural Cooperatives to Market Development
- Challenges Faced by Agricultural Cooperatives in Marketing

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Chapter 3

: Research Methodology**
- Research Design
- Study Setting and Participants
- Data Collection Methods (Surveys, Interviews)
- Data Analysis Techniques
- Ethical Considerations
- Trustworthiness and Rigor

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Chapter 4

: Results**
- Functions and Activities of Agricultural Cooperatives in Marketing
- Impact of Cooperative Marketing on Farmers' Income
- Challenges and Success Factors in Cooperative Marketing

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Chapter 5

: Discussion**
- Comparative Analysis of Findings with Existing Literature
- Implications for Policy and Practice
- Recommendations for Strengthening Agricultural Cooperatives
- Conclusion and Directions for Future Research