Abstract:
This report presents the research findings of a study carried out on Nkwenda Agricultural Marketing Cooperative Society (AMCOS) in Karagwe district. Nkwenda was identified a reforming enterprise from
among 60 AMCOs affiliated to Karagwe District Co-operative Union (KDCU). It was chosen because it
was the best performer and, at that time, was in th process of innovating its business. The AMCOS had
demonstrated the highest production outputs and potential, capable leadership and business
diversification opportunities. The specific objective of the study was to be able to use the experiences
derived from the stud to advise policy makers, while providing an opportunity for emulation and upscaling other cooperative stakeholders. This study aimed at documenting efforts and initiative by the
Nkwenda AMCO originating from among the co-operators themselves. The effort and initiatives were
geared towards building the democratic and entrepreneurial capacities capable of empowering members
of cooperative enterprises to participate gainfully in cooperative business.
