Reference No: CMA0276Pages: 14Published on: 17, December, 1974
Abstract: An attempt is made to delineate areas of concern for modernization in post harvest paddy technology in India. A system approach has been followed different stages from paddy harvesting to the final availability of rice have been described in detail in order to find ways means of evolving a suitable ... More
Reference No: OB0009Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This case presents the dynamics of leadership operations in the research station of an agricultural university. This research station is very productive. An analysis of the dynamics indicates high achievement, power, affiliation and extension motives. Reactions of various categories of staff to the leadership are also presented. ... More
Reference No: CMA0300Pages: 10Published on: 2, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes the regional and intra-regional organizational structure developed by the paddy marketing board for paddy and rice procurement in Sri Lanka. Organizational efficiency at regional level was studied with respect to staffing pattern, workload of the staff members, quantity of paddy and rice procured and the cost of procurement. ... More
Reference No: CMA0281Pages: 6Published on: 6, January, 1975
Abstract: This case discusses the problem of quality control and handling of paddy and suggests ways and means of improving these so as to increase production in rice industry. ... More
Reference No: CMA0285Pages: 7Published on: 6, January, 1975
Abstract: Highlights problems millers face in the procurement of paddy under the levy system where paddy is sold in the open market but millers have to sell rice at controlled prices and quality specifications to the government. Explores ways and means of meeting paddy requirements of millers making milling operations remunerative. ... More
Reference No: CMA0340Pages: 19Published on: 2, August, 1975
Abstract: The case discusses the assessment of applications for crop loans. For this purpose, it utilizes real-world data obtained by a commercial bank from a farmer. Questions are raised about modifying the application so that technical feasibility and economic viability can be analysed better. ... More