РОМЕНСЬКЕ ТОВАРИСТВО СІЛЬСЬКИХ ГОСПОДАРІВ, ЙОГО ФІЛІЇ ТА ДОСЛІДНІ ПОЛЯ (1896–1914)

Abstract

The place and role of the Romenske Rural Cooperative (hereinafter referred to as the Cooperative) and its branches in the reconstruction of the agricultural sector in Posullya are being explored. The Cooperative, established at the end of the 19th century, was one of the first in the region and became a unique phenomenon in agricultural research. From the early months of its activity, the Cooperative contributed to innovative improvements and the dissemination of agricultural technology, implementing progressive forms of management. Its established branches and research fields served as a link between science and practice. The Cooperative comprehensively promoted the development of agriculture in the region. It conducted significant educational work, addressed issues of credit acquisition for peasants, established a center for agricultural surplus, which not only sold products but also provided services for renting complex equipment and machinery. It actively organized agricultural exhibitions and fairs, encouraged farmers with awards, disseminated scientific literature, created a network of meteorological stations, mobile libraries, advisory-veterinary points, and more. The society, founded with the participation of local civic initiative, and its activities can serve as an example of reforming agro-industrial production in the context of the specific Posullya region. The Cooperative made a significant contribution to the development of scientific research, becoming an exemplar in implementing the gained experience into agricultural production.