History and Development of Cooperative Business in New Zealand: A Case Study of Allied Farmers Limited

Authors

  • Krishna Reddy Department of Finance, University of Waikato, New Zealand
  • Stuart Locke Institute for Business Research, University of Waikato, New Zealand

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.11634/216826311706297

Keywords:

Hubris, cooperatives, agency problem

Abstract

Cooperatives have been a feature of New Zealand agricultural scene since late 19th century. Although cooperatives did arise in a greater degree in the agricultural sector in New Zealand, evidence show that it has been not too different to that found in other jurisdictions. Using a case study methodology, this study analyses the history and development of cooperative business and explores the establishment and demise of Allied Farmers Limited in New Zealand. Using agency-theoretical perspective and hubris it is argued that Allied Finance Limited’s expansion was of concern from the start and was most likely to cause financial crisis. The evidence supports the view that the managerial overconfidence was the key factors leading to the demise of Allied Farmers Company Limited.

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Reddy, K., & Locke, S. (2013). History and Development of Cooperative Business in New Zealand: A Case Study of Allied Farmers Limited. International Journal of Cooperative Studies, 2(1), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.11634/216826311706297

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2013)

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