Many citrus farmers and growers in the United States have direct and low-cost access to packing houses. As such, they are able to directly process their harvest through these packing houses, limiting the cost of production of packed citrus products

What attribute of a cooperative is shown in this situation?

Cooperatives provide services to members through the pooling of finances and purchasing of equipment that will benefit the members. People with common business interests can form cooperatives and use the benefit of group power to negotiate within their marketplace. Members enjoy reduced costs due to the greater bargaining power and market strength associated with big groups.