Reference No: CMA0788TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note first provides a rationale for why union budget may catalyse developing agriculture even though this sector is a state subject. It then discusses major strengths and weaknesses of some of the recent union budgets to raise a question whether they have initiated a process of retrogression or progression. ... More
Reference No: CMA0795TECPages: 5Published 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
Reference No: CMA0779TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: Brand and generic advertising is increasingly being used to promote food products. An important question is whether such generic and band advertising leads to increase in aggregate demand or simply brand substitution. Using error correction model, this note addresses the issue by estimating for long-run and short-run advertising sensitivity of ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(D)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case focuses on the need for an effective Management Information System, especially for monitoring store performance in a retail chain. The key issues are: 1) Identifying key performance and decision areas, 2) Understanding the role and criticality of information processing, 3) Identifying performance indicators and 4) Specifying the systems required for the information ... More
Reference No: CMA0786TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note deals with (a) the theory of leading inputs, (b) irrigation potential, its development and utilization under successive five years plans, (c) the size and composition of public investment in harnessing various sources of irrigation and their benefits in general terms, (d) major problem-areas of development of irrigation as ... More
Reference No: CMA0793EXPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case gives some reasons for quality deterioration of soy-meal at various stages from processing to final destination. It raises the issue of why quality is needed and how could it be achieved. The focus is to improve the bottom line through quality monitoring by the soybean processing enterprise. ... More
Reference No: CMA0627Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case describes in detail the functioning of an audio-visual van. It is useful for managers concerned with promotional activities in the rural areas. It deals with aspects such as planning, mobilizing resources, scheduling the tour programme, motivation of staff, and public relations in the field. ... More
Reference No: CMA0800EXPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case descries the processes followed in procurement of basmati paddy by a rice mill and current reporting system in the organization. The issue raised is to examine the existing reporting system and suggest modifications to make it yield the desired information for procurement planning in a more objective manner ... More
Reference No: CMA0784TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note first briefly discusses the new economic policies as they pertain to the agricultural sector. It then formally tests the impact of relative farm prices which these policies aim to improve and the non-price factors on both aggregate agricultural output and marketed surplus considering the Nerlovian type of Partial ... More
Reference No: CMA0791Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This is a case of a trading firm involved in purchase and sale of edible oils. The firm also owns oilseeds processing facility for own production. It wants to enter in a new market with bulk supply as well as consumer packs of branded refined sunflower oil. Given the edible ... More
Reference No: CMA0798EXPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This exercise gives some idea about what quality means and how quality can deteriorate in an agribusiness. The primary issue is to ensure procurement of quality basmati paddy for the producers and maintain its quality and produce quality products in an agro-processing enterprise. ... More
Reference No: CMA0782TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This technical note is prepared with a view to share some of the new contributions agricultural growth makes in the process of economic development that more recent literature has identified and discussed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0789EXPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case depicts the situation where a seed enterprise gives its seed production programme to the farmers. Since, the farmers are reluctant to accept the offer, the Production Manager of Western India Seed Company is disturbed as he has to raise the compensation rate to lure the farmers. The case ... More
Reference No: F&A0455Pages: 19Published on: 5, January, 2000
Abstract: When you hold put options on a convertible bond, it is considered to be a wonderful opportunity to profit from the upside potential of the underlying security while enjoying downside protection. A Singapore-based portfolio manager of a London-based fund has investments in Euro convertibles with put options of a large ... More
