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This report presents findings from a
field-based survey on the conduct of agricultural operations
at 39 large-scale, mature agribusiness investments in
sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. The objective of the
report is to provide first-hand, practical knowledge of the
approach, behavior, and experience of these investments,
their relationships with surrounding communities and the
consequent positive and/or negative outcomes for these
communities, host countries, other stakeholders, and the
investors themselves. More than 550 community stakeholders
were interviewed about the impacts the investments had on
those they represented. These impressions and ideas of local
communities enriched this study and provided unique insights
into what factors are at play, and their impact on those
most directly affected by outside investments. The lessons
learned and good practices identified are intended to inform
the work of government bodies, investors, non-governmental
organizations, development agencies, and other institutions
that promote responsible investment in agriculture.
