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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

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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

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Authors: Thomas, Philip S;

Reference No: CMA0506 Pages: 27 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case describes the 1979 status of "social forestry" activities in the state of Gujarat with particular emphasis on the jurisdiction of Ahmedabad Extension Circle. The social forestry activities considered are those in no-tribal, non-forest areas, viz. roadside and canal bank plantations, village woodlots, private tree farms, institutional premises, and botanical ... More

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

Reference No: CMA0492TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The note discusses two connotations of the concept of sustained forest yield, i.e. continuity of growth and continuity of supply. Some desirable aspects of sustained yield have been discussed. It points out that in India the concept seems to have been used independently of management in a business sense, ... More

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Authors: Singh, Amarjeet; ;

Reference No: CMA0480 Pages: 33 Published on: 4, July, 1979

Abstract: Highlights the problems in dairy at aggregate level. Gives information on growth of industry, present status, and future plans. The function of dairy cooperatives and their operation has been discussed in detail. It draws specific attention to utilization of sheep and goat milk. The problem of non-economic value of solid ... More

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Authors: Vyas, V S;

Reference No: CMA0386 Pages: 10 Published on: 13, December, 1979

Abstract: Gambhirpura Collective Farming Society was formed in 1953. Within two years, the society ran into problems. In the general body meeting, the Chairman listed the problems faced by the society and stated that the members could improve their economic conditions if they could identify an operational solution to involve all the ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

Reference No: CMA0474 Pages: 5 Published on: 20, December, 1980

Abstract: This case opens by highlighting the problems of current land use in a hot arid region. Tree plantation activity is considered as one alternative to annual crops. Five tree species adaptable to the hot arid area region have been identified. Relevant data on the costs of and returns from the ... More

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Authors: Desai, D K;

Reference No: CMA0538(C) Pages: 39 Published 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

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