Shanna Ratner participated on the panel "Quality of Life: How Can Co-ops Make a Difference?" along with representatives from NRECA, CoBank, and the US Department of Agriculture. Changing demographics and an economy in transition present challenges to ensuring vibrant rural communities. Cooperatives are naturally disposed to seeking local, collaborative solutions. This session brought together a panel of experts to discuss the positive difference currently being made by cooperatives.
Innovators in Rural Community Economic Development
