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  1. Terraces at Darengiri

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

    Reference No: CMA0463 Pages: 4 Published on: 11, December, 1978

    Abstract: Terraced cultivation has been conceived of as an alternative to shifting cultivation in the hills. The case deals with one such experience in Meghalaya. Facts collected by an independent research agency have been summarized to provide a basis for discussion-whether the effort is in the economic interests of the jhumias ... More

  2. Duck Development in India with Special Reference to the North Eastern Region: Management and Policy Issues

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath; Mohan, Deepinder;

    Reference No: CMA0467TEC Pages: 9 Published on: 12, December, 1978

    Abstract: The note presents the relevant facts to help an understanding of 1) the economic importance and 2) the current management practices and problems associated with duck rearing in India with special reference to the North-East Region. It can be used to discuss the issues involved in the management of duck farms at ... More

  3. Piggery Development in Assam as a Source of Supplementary Income for Marginal Farmers

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath; Bartamuli, G C;

    Reference No: CMA0468 Pages: 7 Published on: 26, December, 1978

    Abstract: The importance of encouraging subsidiary activities to generate additional income/employment for marginal farmers has been discussed. Financial costs of and returns from one such activity - swine rearing on a small scale - with and without subsidies from a developmental agency have been worked out. A sensitivity analysis on ... More

  4. Monitoring a Pilot Silvi-Pastoral Project in a Hot Arid Area

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath; Maslekar, A R; Deepinder, Mohan;

    Reference No: CMA0490 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Deals with a hot arid region where a shift in land use from annual to tree crops could be advantageous to the individual land owners and to the community as a whole. Six tree species suitable for the region have been identified. Grasses are also proposed to be raised in ... More

  5. Choice of Energy Technology for Lift Irrigation

    Authors: Moulik, T K; Purushotham, P;

    Reference No: CMA0545 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: This case deals with the decision-making criteria about the choice of the alternative energy sources for lift irrigation in semi-arid regions. The decision-making process and alternatives are focused both in relation to the farmers (i.e., the consumers) and the manufacturers or dealers (i.e., the markets of irrigation pumps, ... More

  6. Environment for Potato Seed Marketing

    Authors: Patel, G A;

    Reference No: CMA0485TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The note describes the technological environment and the opportunities created by changes in technology of potato seed production. The existing market channels in Gujarat and the supply system for potato seed in Himachal Pradesh are described. Attention is also focused on the high investment required in potato cultivation. ... More

  7. Business and the Public Policy Process

    Authors: Maru, R M; Umamaheswar, A R;

    Reference No: BP0156TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: As the Indian business community has to function within the constraints of the overall economic policy framework and regulations formulated by the states, this note briefly describes the various channels of access and influence employed by business groups in India, both individually and collectively, in the formulation of public policy ... More

  8. Mr.M Fisherman's Bottlenecks

    Authors: Singh, Amarjeet; Gupta, V K;

    Reference No: CMA0481 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Provides an overview of marine fisheries in India. Detailed analysis of inter-state disparity, efficiency of catch infrastructure and utilization of marine fish resources has been made. A general picture of export product-mix changes have been given. It also depicts the present marketing of marine fisheries at the primary level. ... More

  9. SPHDC: Discounting for Stock Clearance

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0321 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Describes a controversy between the marketing manager, who instructs his department to dispose of the accumulated stock of sarees at a price discount of 15%, and the financial advisor, who asserts that the discount would result in a huge loss to the corporation. The controversy provides an opportunity for discussing the ... More

  10. Some Concepts and Issues in Forest Management

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

    Reference No: CMA0493TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Some concepts which form an important part of the forestry jargon have been explained. These include afforestation and reforestation, pure and mixed plantations, normal and abnormal forests, conservation and production forestry, social forestry, upset price, and major and minor forest products. In the context of these working concepts, the note ... More

  11. A Note on Availability of Institutional Finance and Bankability of Forestry Development Projects in India

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

    Reference No: CMA0491TEC Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Forest Development corporations have been formed in 16 state and Union Territories in India with the objective of intensive forest management through facilitating the flow of institutional finance. The note discusses the procedures and problems of acquiring institutional finance for forestry development projects. Steps to enhance bankability of such projects have ... More

  12. Techniques of Investment Analysis

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

    Reference No: CMA0487TEC Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The note discusses the different techniques of investment analysis from the points of view of an enterprise and the economy as a whole. A separate section has been used to distinguish between financial and economic analyses. The techniques discussed include payback period, average annual rate of return on investment, net ... More

  13. Interface Between Government and Public Undertakings: An Overview (A)

    Authors: Bhatt, Anil;

    Reference No: BP0158TEC(A) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: This and the subsequent four notes discuss the issues and processes in the area of interface between government and public undertakings. This note takes an verview of the interface and discusses the philosophy and the rationale behind government undertaking of economic enterprises. The possible areas of interface are listed. ... More

  14. Relative Roles of Direct and Indirect Rural Credit in Promoting Fertilizer Use

    Authors: Desai, Bhupat M; Patel, M S;

    Reference No: CMA0483 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The case raises several questions about how to prioritize the relative importance of credit and non-credit factors in promoting fertilizer use. It also discusses the relative importance of two types of short-term agricultural credit - direct and indirect. These questions are posed with a view to understanding the contribution of ... More

  15. Encroachment on Forest Land

    Authors: Maslekar, A R;

    Reference No: CMA0504 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Considerable forest lands have been deforested in the last couple of decades for various reasons. One of the most important causes of depletion has been unauthorized cultivation by local people. Periodically, considering the urgency of distribution of land to landless people, the government has been regularizing such encroachments. But, at ... More

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