REPRESENTATION ASSOCIATIONS SERVICES: FOCUS ON AGRICULTURAL INPUTS DISTRIBUTORS

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https://doi.org/10.13037/gr.vol41.e20259084

Keywords:

Distributors of agricultural inputs, Associations, Interest representation, Service satistaction, Collective Actions Theory

Abstract

Difficulties in influencing the institutional environment create the opportunity for collective action through associations representing interests. The objective is understanding what influences associates' satisfaction with interest representation services. The approach is qualitative-quantitative. The primary data in the agricultural inputs distribution sector originate from a perception questionnaire and in-depth interviews. The results indicate that the quality of services influences members' satisfaction. Members have confidence in representation services and value the association's reputation, impacting quality and trust. Social and trust relational benefits can strengthen quality and trust relationships with the satisfaction of interest representation services. The research contributes to corporate political activities through private interest representation services in a country where lobbying is not regulated. In practical terms, it helps managers of representative organizations and their associates to determine sectoral collective agendas.

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Author Biographies

  • Douglas Rafael Ferreira Tamer Soares, , , US Fernandes e Cia. Ltda. - Cia. do Produtor - Espirito Santo - Brasil

    Master's degree in Business Administration and Accounting from FUCAPE Business School (2023). Doctorate candidate in Business Administration and Accounting from FUCAPE Business School.

  • Sérgio Augusto Pereira Bastos, , , FUCAPE Business School - Vitória - ES - Brasil

    Associate Professor at FUCAPE Business School. Graduate Program in Accounting and Administration at FUCAPE Business School, Vitória, ES, Brazil. Doctor in Business Administration from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro - PUC-Rio (2012), Master's degree in Business Administration from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro - PUC-Rio (2006).

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Published

2025-10-13

How to Cite

REPRESENTATION ASSOCIATIONS SERVICES: FOCUS ON AGRICULTURAL INPUTS DISTRIBUTORS. (2025). Gestão & Regionalidade, 41, e20259084. https://doi.org/10.13037/gr.vol41.e20259084