Reference No: CMA0552Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case deals with the decisions: 1) whether to mechanize farm operations or not; and 2) if yes, which control alternative to choose for the use of services of assets. The analysis involves the use of capital budgeting criterion and principles of credit used to arrive at the final decision. ... More
Reference No: CMA0538(B)Pages: 62Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with the sub-project on small farm development with special reference to tree crop development (coconut and pepper). It goes into the details of the cost-benefit analysis of the sub-project and raises questions as to what impact the delay in the implementation of the project and changes in ... More
Reference No: CMA0550Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The article reviews the technological dimension, marketing, distribution channels, and market development of veterinary products. The other areas covered are target estimation, pricing of products, and market personnel management. ... More
Reference No: CMA0547Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case study deals with the preparation of a feasibility study of a developmental project for irrigated rice production in an underdeveloped country - viz., Liberia in West Africa. It helps students in the use of the technique of cost-benefit analysis. The exercises and worksheets attached with the case will ... More
Reference No: CMA0546(A)Pages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with a feasibility study of setting up a sugarcane plant in an underdeveloped country, viz. Liberia in West Africa. It deals with the problems of how to make mid-course corrections when the assumptions made in the feasibility have gone wrong. It is given along with the exercises ... More
Reference No: CMA0553Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case deals with the issues arising out of circumstances in which the farmers make decisions about the management of capital flows on their farms. It primarily concerns the financial environment existing in the rural areas. The objective is to identify the areas of intervention in the flow process for ... More
Reference No: CMA0538(C)Pages: 39Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case deals with the sub-project of establishing rubber processing factories in the cooperative sector in Kerala to improve the economic conditions of small farmers. It shows how project management becomes helpless as action is delayed by authorities which have entered into an agreement with the World Bank. It also ... More
Reference No: CMA0574TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Conceptualizes the general principles underlying the budgeting analysis and explains the procedures for solving budgeting problems. The utility of farm budgeting technique in formulating and evaluating developmental projects for financing is highlighted. ... More
Reference No: CMA0557Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: During 1974, the State Bank of India started financing a sheep rearing programme, in the drought-prone Hosur Taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. The project was refinanced by ARDC and its duration was five years. Considerable time and effort went into the preparation of the project. Care was taken to prepare ... More
Reference No: CMA0562TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Some of the distinguishing features of forestry as an economic activity have been summarized to provide a basis for discussion on whether 1) forest development projects carry relatively higher risks, 2) intangible benefits and costs of forestry projects can or cannot be accounted for in assessing bankability, and 3) multiple objectives in forest ... More
Reference No: CMA0560TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The note discusses economic, social, administrative, and management aspects of non-wood forest products in India. Based on the data provided and issues raised, a classroom discussion is expected to highlight some complementarities and conflicts in resource use and management. ... More
Reference No: CMA0573TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This exercise in farm budgeting is based on actual data collected through a sample survey. The data are processed and tabulated. The idea is to train the participants in solving farm budgeting problems in the context of formulating and financing developmental projects. ... More
Reference No: CMA0556Pages: 43Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses the rural energy scene and throws light on the energy alternatives for rural electrification. The approach employed in the discussion can be used for the future planning for rural energy policy for the country. ... More
Reference No: CMA0567TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses 1) the rationale for banking credit for input distribution business; 2) relative importance of such credit in the amount of indirect rural credit; 3) future requirements of input distribution credit; 4) terms and conditions of such credit provided by the commercial banks; 5) credit problems of the input retailers; and 6) criteria for determining their ... More
