The research study was carried out by researchers with investment fund experience in developing countries. It included a desk study review and assessment to take stock of existing agriculture investment funds in developing countries in order to better understand their nature, magnitude, and most of all, the lessons learned from their experiences to date. Based on the initial work and characterization, more comprehensive case reviews were undertaken of six distinct types of investment funds and one fund management company. Interviews were conducted with relevant sector experts and representatives of the analysed investment funds in order to gain a more comprehensive.
