Assessment of Cooperatives in the Poultry Industry - 2013.pdf - Seda

2013
Research Report: Addressing the Needs, Opportunities and Challenges of Cooperatives
and Collectively Owned Enterprises in the Poultry and Related Industries
1. Introduction
1.1. Project Overview
Urban-Econ Development Economists was appointed by the Small Enterprise Development Agency
(SEDA) to compile a set of guidelines and recommend interventions aimed at promoting the
development of cooperatives and collectively owned enterprises in poultry and related industries.
The ensuing research will address the needs, opportunities and challenges faced by these
businesses, particularly relating to market access.
The study was commissioned by SEDA through their Cooperatives and Community Public Private
Partnership (Coops & CPPP) Programme. The vision of this programme is “to provide leadership in
the establishment and growth of viable, sustainable cooperatives and collectively owned enterprises
in various sectors and to facilitate their successful participation in the economy”. The programme
has a special focus on rural areas particularly the development of agri-business.
The study is motivated by the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTIs) Integrated Strategy on the
Development and Promotion of Cooperatives (2012). The strategy advocates for cooperative
development through improved capacity, management and technical skills; compliance with
applicable legislation; and an increase in access to markets, information, business infrastructure and
financial and non-financial support. As an agency of the DTI it is mandated that SEDA advance these
objectives through their existing Coops & CPPP Programme.
1.2. Project Scope
The scope of the study including the purpose and objectives are detailed in this sub-section. The
scope of the study is determined through the Terms of Reference (TOR) and a preliminary discussion
with representatives from SEDA.
1.2.1.
Study Purpose
The purpose of the study is to guide SEDA in the promotion of cooperatives and collectively owned
enterprises in poultry and related industries.
The study identifies opportunities and services of SEDA in assisting SME’s within the poultry
industry, and develops a strategy to seize such opportunities in order to create new and support
existing enterprises with the potential to create jobs.
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