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Authors: Desai, Bhupat M; Namboodiri, N V;

Reference No: CMA0783EX Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 2000

Abstract: This case, based on published literature and field visits, poses some questions as to whether SHGs can be a substitute for the existing "mode" or "strategy" of RFIs in reaching the unreached, which of three models of linkage of SHGs with banks may be chosen, in what manner saving and ... More

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Authors: Singh, Gurdev;

Reference No: CMA0799EX Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 2000

Abstract: Financing procurement needs advance budgeting which involves procurement price. Though price caries from day to day in a season, one needs some average price for budgeting exercise. This case on basmati paddy procurement gives information on average costs at farm, in mandi, and at processing plant and poses a problem ... More

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Authors: Singh, Gurdev;

Reference No: CMA0795TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 2000

Abstract: This note describes agribusiness and channels through which the produce reaches the consumers. It then discusses the procurement function undertaken by various agribusiness entities. The procurement options available and advantages and disadvantages of direct buying and purchases from secondary market are also given. It also covers fixing of price and ... More

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Authors: Deodhar, Satish Y;

Reference No: CMA0803 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 2001

Abstract: The case is prepared to help farmers and agribusiness students understand the business of cultivating tomatoes and how to reap maximum profit from it. The case examines the cultivation of tomatoes by three agriculturalists and the methodologies they use to make their business profitable. The case also discusses the techniques ... More

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Authors: Deodhar, Satish Y; Tirupati, D;

Reference No: CMA0805 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 2002

Abstract: Indian Food Specialties Limited (IFS) introduced tools of Food Quality Management in May 2000 in response to changing market conditions and poor profitability. Spoilage in the production process was very high and the company had incurred losses for three successive years starting from 1996-97. The company addressed quality concerns by introducing ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G; Rangaraj, N; Periyakaruppan , S; Roy, A;

Reference No: CMA0810 Pages: 30 Published on: 1, January, 2004

Abstract: With the competition growing in the seed industry, especially in niche market segments, the sales revenue of MAHYCO was falling over the past couple of years. Supply chain management was viewed as an important source of competitive advantage. Availability, quality and competitive pricing were key customer expectations. To achieve this, ... More

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