A Review on Digital Transformation in the Management of Agricultural Cooperatives: Theoretical Foundations and Policy Implications

Date Received: Jun 07, 2025

Date Accepted: Jan 23, 2026

Date Published: Mar 31, 2026

DOI: https://doi.org/10.31817/vjas.2026.9.1.10

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Hoa, N., Ha, L., Phuong, N., Tuynh, N., Linh, N., & Minh, D. (2026). A Review on Digital Transformation in the Management of Agricultural Cooperatives: Theoretical Foundations and Policy Implications. Vietnam Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 9(1), 2898–2914. https://doi.org/10.31817/vjas.2026.9.1.10

A Review on Digital Transformation in the Management of Agricultural Cooperatives: Theoretical Foundations and Policy Implications

Nguyen Xuan Hoa 1 , Le Thanh Ha (*) 2 , Nguyen Thi Thanh Phuong 3 , Nguyen Trong Tuynh 2 , Nguyen Ngoc Diep Linh 2   , Do Tuan Minh 4

  • Corresponding author: [email protected]
  • 1 Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Hanoi 12400, Vietnam
  • 2 Faculty of Accounting and Business Management, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Hanoi 12400, Vietnam
  • 3 Institute of Accounting and Auditing, University of Economics, Hanoi 12000, Vietnam
  • 4 Office of International Cooperation, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Hanoi 12400, Vietnam

    • Keywords

    Digital transformation, agriculture 4.0, management, digital technology, agriculture policy

    Abstract


    Digital transformation in the management of agricultural cooperatives has emerged as a strategic solution to enhance operational efficiency, transparency, and competitiveness in the era of agriculture 4.0. This paper develops an analytical framework grounded in established theories, including the technology - organization - environment framework, to identify the key factors influencing digital transformation. These include the technological infrastructure, enabling institutional frameworks, human resource capacity, market-driven imperatives, and organizational digital readiness. Based on this framework, the study proposes a five-stage digital transformation roadmap, ranging from basic data digitization to the integration of intelligent management. The findings suggest that small-scale cooperatives should start with low-cost technologies such as Excel and basic accounting software; mid-sized cooperatives can adopt e-commerce platforms and product traceability systems; and leading cooperatives may incorporate advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. Some policy implications are proposed to improve the digital transformation process in cooperative management.

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