Performance of agricultural marketing cooperative societies in cashew nut production and marketing in Masasi district, Mtwara Region, Tanzania

Abstract

Agricultural Marketing Cooperative Societies (AMCOS) are expected to play an important role in the cashew nut production and marketing in Tanzania. The study conducted at three AMCOSs at Masasi district, Mtwara region has found out that though the AMCOSs are performing better in terms of the production-related services. The study concludes with recommendations on management and capital sourcing.