Reference No: CMA0578Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Attempts to present a methodology for estimating production potentialities of an area based on analysis of micro production units. Aggregation model was developed to obtain population parameters such that contribution of changes in production technology could be estimated. The methodology also involves the adjustments for some variables such as size ... More
Reference No: CMA0575TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note discusses the nature, scope, merits and demerits of selective credit control policy. It also discusses the rationale and main features of this policy in India. ... More
Reference No: CMA0579TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Starting with the emphasis on the need for aggregation of farm level relations this note identifies the groups of people who might need them. It is followed by the discussion on approaches to aggregation. Towards the end it recognizes the risk of aggregation bias in case of shortcuts to aggregation ... More
Reference No: CMA0577TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Emphasizes a few points dealing with the importance of and problems in collecting secondary and primary data for project formulation. Some suggestions for cost effectiveness in data collection have been made and some issues raised. Data requirements for formulating forestry projects have been listed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0582(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with the functioning of integrated cooperative structure in a geographical area, and explores the possibility of replicability of the experiences in another area under the cooperative framework. The case also examines the role that Samakya, a rural development agency, can play in promoting vertical integration in paddy processing and ... More
Reference No: CMA0570TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note discusses the following questions: What is shadow price? Why is it needed? What practical and conceptual considerations are involved in shadow pricing? Which goods, inputs and services need to be shadow priced? ... More
Reference No: CMA0580TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Cost and revenue concepts used in economic decision making differs from their common usage. This note summarizes a few cost and revenue concepts to initiate discussions on their relevance for different types of decision making. A few specific questions related o resource management decisions have also been raised. ... More
Reference No: CMA0568TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note covers some important concepts and methods which are normally used for project appraisal. Concepts and methods covered include (1) budgeting 'model' situation, (2) incremental concept, (3) current or constant prices, (4) direct and indirect impacts of a project, (5) acquisition and opportunity costs, (6) initial investment and terminal values, (7) time horizon, (8) time value of ... More
Reference No: CMA0586Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case deals with the high non-interest costs of borrowing from institutional sources. It contains five loan cases obtained from different agencies involving varying costs on different aspects of borrowing. The idea is to get a comprehensive understanding of borrowing costs in the Indian rural environment and how these could ... More
Reference No: CMA0583TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Includes background, objectives and coverage of the programme with organizational linkages to assist the beneficiaries under different schemes. Achievements of the programme and preliminary observations from the field are also included. ... More
Reference No: CMA0598Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case deals with the comparative study of the two primary cooperative societies handling marine fish business. The case also examines alternatives for increasing the profits of one of the two societies. ... More
Reference No: CMA0592TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Briefly explains various terms and concepts frequently used or misused in the day-to-day dealings in financial matters in the agricultural sector. The idea is to give the reader the correct understanding of these concepts for proper usage. ... More
