Received: Jun 07, 2025 / Accepted: Jan 23, 2026 / Published: Mar 31, 2026
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.