The second step was forinfoDevto engage in literature assessments and in-country, multi-stakeholder interactions to understand and map the indicators. Stakeholders were convened for a series of workshops and interviews to explore the issues surrounding agribusiness development and to assist in the development and design of a business plan to establish an AIC.Analysis of these indicators was completed through a mix of the following. 1. Literature assessments Literature regarding past, current and potential future initiatives was identified and analyzed. Extensive use is made of this material in this report and is quoted only in exceptional cases. 2. Stakeholder interviews Interviews were held with individuals representing government, agricultural support organizations, entrepreneurs, academic researchers, investment promotion and non-governmental organizations. 3. Workshops Three stakeholder workshops held in Dar es Salaam provided insights and guidance to the project team.Attendance is recorded in the Stakeholder Support section at the beginning of this report. The first workshop primarily focused on identifying sectors and value chains of interest and on the needs of entrepreneurs. The second workshop examined potential business models and their challenges, resulting in the selection of a commodity group for the AIC to support. The third workshop presented the final findings and business model for an AIC to potential partners in Tanzania. It should be noted thatinfoDev maintains a strong commitment to lasting impact, sustainability and local ownership. InfoDev therefore always adopts a highly participatory approach to its feasibility assessment and business planning process. This approach and the length of the feasibility assessment not only ensure accurate information with which to assess the indicators, but constant interaction over an extended period of time also builds trust that enables the formation ofpartnerships that will be necessary for implementation. Over a 12-month period, infoDev consulted over 100 stakeholders, representing small and medium enterprises, agribusiness industry, relevant ministries and local
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