kehastuvad
Kehastuvad, also known as *kehastus* in Estonian, refers to the process of forming or joining a cooperative or collective organization, particularly in the context of Estonian history and rural life. The term originates from the Estonian word *keha*, meaning "body" or "organization," and *astuma*, meaning "to join." This concept gained prominence during the early 20th century, especially in the period between the two world wars, when cooperative movements played a significant role in rural development.
During this era, many Estonian farmers and small landowners formed kehastuvad to pool resources, improve agricultural
After Estonia regained independence in 1991, the cooperative tradition persisted, though its focus shifted toward modern