Reference No: CMA0555(C)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This case deals with the storage operation of milled rice in the monopsony procurement, processing, and distribution situation of the Paddy Marketing Board in Sri Lanka. The chairman has to decide whether he should go in for modern storage systems of silos or make do with the existing storage with ... More
Reference No: CMA0655TECPages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This paper deals with various technical, economic, social, and organizational issues in land and water management. Various problems like soil erosion, alkalinity and salinity, droughts and floods, water-logging, etc. have been discussed. The watershed concept has been described to provide a setting for managerial alternatives. The discussion on policy environment ... More
Reference No: CMA0152(B)Pages: 7Published on: 6, November, 1968
Abstract: The case goes further into the activities of the Sarangpur ICD and illustrates how administrative decisions can be made more viable. In the text, the project officer is concerned about the cost of artificial insemination in his project. The text brings out the problem of choice between intensification of distribution ... More
Reference No: CIIE0010Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 2018
Abstract: The case tells the story of a first generation entrepreneur, Dhirendra Singh, and his struggle for 15 years to establish a mango pulp based beverage marketing company without any external support and funding. The case highlights the travails that Dhirendra goes through in marketing an undifferentiated product such as mango drink ... More
Reference No: PROD0331EXPages: 4Published on: 7, July, 2022
Abstract: Anugnyaa Agricultural Association (AAA), a non-profit organisation, wants to introduce a cross subsidisation scheme between tomato farmers with good yield and those whose yield is affected by a crop infection. They want to partially absorb the risk of infection while ensuring their revenues are large enough to cover all costs. ... More
Reference No: CMA0161Pages: 10Published on: 6, November, 1968
Abstract: Summarizes the history of a small ready-mixed cattle feed plant planned as part of the ICD project. It refers to the conception and implementation of the cattle feed factory and its paralised nature of operations. It emphasizes the effect of initial administration of project planning, the nature of the practical ... More
Reference No: CMA0621TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The vast canvas of agriculture covers plants, animals, insects, and micro-organisms, each covering numerous species and subspecies. It covers all forms of life and matter. This biomass is created by the sun's energy, and is primarily composed of three primary elements - carbon (C), Oxygen (O), and Hydrogen (H). Through ... More
Reference No: CMA0262Pages: 12Published on: 17, August, 1974
Abstract: An agro-chemicals firm is considering expanding the production of two of its major pesticides in powder form. It feels that the markets are located in the north west south-east parts of the country. The bulk of the products consists of filler material, which has to be transported for over 700 km. ... More
Reference No: CMA0043(B)Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: A continuation of case "Fourth Five Year Plan for Dairy Development in Gujarat (A). This gives the decisions made by the study group in terms of its resource allocation and plan implementation. ... More
Reference No: CMA0802(B)Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 2004
Abstract: Adani Wilmar is leanding player in edible oil refining, packaging and marketing. After having setup a distribution network in the North, the company plans to expand to the south. This it believes will be possible by providing soya bean oil which is more economical than other oils. The key task ... More
Reference No: CMA0825Pages: 17Published on: 28, June, 2024
Abstract: SFarmsIndia is a unique online platform that seeks to match agricultural landowners directly with potential buyers. After a successful first venture (Slanutak-1), the founders were considering launching another platform (Slanutak-2) that would offer fractional ownership of land. They needed to decide on (1) an optimal crop rotation plan; (2) a company structure; ... More
Reference No: CMA0170(D)Pages: 5Published on: 21, March, 1969
Abstract: This case follows Part-A, Part-B, Part-C and the report on HYVP in Thanjavur District (The report, if taught). In November 1966, Mr. Madhavan called a conference of his key staff in Thanjavur. All the DAOs, the Subject Matter Specialists and the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Thanjavur-Trichy circle) were present. The agenda ... More
Reference No: O&DS0007(B)EXPages: 4Published on: 6, January, 2025
Abstract: Shruti, the Production Manager at SYS Fertilizers, is drafting a budget to optimize profits for nitric acid plant. SYS Fertilizers produce nitric acid in three concentrations, i.e. 60%, 68%, and 98%. Prices vary for each concentration and distribution channel via tankers, containers, and pipelines.
Shruti's challenge is to strategise a plan aligning ... More
Reference No: BP0014(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A municipal dairy is operating at a loss, and the General Management manager is brought to task by the Municipal Commissioner. The case gives financial, historical purchasing, sales, and product mix information, as well as several alternative lines of action.he case can be discussed alone or can be followed ... More
