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Authors: Gaikwad, V R;

Reference No: CMA0284 Pages: 4 Published on: 14, December, 1974

Abstract: The case brings out the interaction of the political and the administrative systems at the district level and its effect on the decisions regarding the supply of fertilizers to the farmers. ... More

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Authors: Gaikwad, V R; Tripathi, B L;

Reference No: CMA0287 Pages: 5 Published on: 14, December, 1974

Abstract: Deals with decision-making processes in an Indian village. It draws attention to the fact that when individuals economic interests are involved, social authority in the village becomes indifferent neutral. It neither imposes its authority on any individual nor comes forward to help the weak. ... More

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Authors: Gaikwad, V R;

Reference No: CMA0302 Pages: 3 Published on: 14, December, 1974

Abstract: Brings out how the red tapism and lack of relevant information affects the distribution of fertilizers to farmers. ... More

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Authors: Desai, G M; Dhandhere, N V;

Reference No: CMA0299TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: The note deals with issues which are often discussed in terms of a false dichotomy of agriculture versus industrial development. Though economic development leads to a decline in the relative importance of the agricultural sector, it plays a crucial role in the process of developing an underdeveloped country by making ... More

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Authors: Desai, B. M;

Reference No: CMA0341TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: This note is meant as an exercise in applying various investment criteria to an agricultural project which was financed by a commercial bank. Additionally, it raises the issue of financing small versus rich farmers, considering their capacity to repay loans for a project like cattle development. ... More

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Authors: Sharan, Girja;

Reference No: CMA0281 Pages: 6 Published on: 6, January, 1975

Abstract: This case discusses the problem of quality control and handling of paddy and suggests ways and means of improving these so as to increase production in rice industry. ... More

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Authors: Desai, G M; Singh, Gurudev;

Reference No: CMA0298TEC Pages: 11 Published on: 25, January, 1975

Abstract: The main objective of this note is to present an overview of the agricultural sector in India during the first half of the present century. It covers three aspects: 1) place of the agricultural sector in the Indian economy (Section I), 2) agricultural production trends (Section II), 3) major features of the agricultural ... More

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Authors: Desai, G M;

Reference No: CMA0316TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 20, March, 1975

Abstract: The note contains a set of tables giving information on the future requirements and the past production trends of major agricultural commodities. The purpose of this information is to facilitate discussion on the role to be played by the agricultural sector in the future economic development of India. ... More

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Authors: Desai, Bhupat M;

Reference No: CMA0345TEC Pages: 15 Published on: 7, July, 1975

Abstract: This note first discusses agricultural finance in brief. It then presents 1) some concepts which are essential to appreciate the financial environment in rural India, 2) role of the financial market, 3) credit appraisal principles availability of data to apply them in India. ... More

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Authors: Gupta, V K;

Reference No: CMA0343TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 25, July, 1975

Abstract: The note deals with the possible strategies for promotion of fertilizer sales during drought. The note outlines certain measures to promote the sale of fertilizer manufactured by IFFCO keeping in view the distribution policies economy, and in the cost structure of the organization. ... More

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Authors: George, P S;

Reference No: CMA0335(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 8, August, 1975

Abstract: This case describes various economic factors affecting the Sri Lanka paddy-rice system. Historical data are available on production, yield, prices, storage capacity, milling capacity, distribution arrangements. Some of the problems of the existing system are also identified. ... More

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Authors: George, P S;

Reference No: CMA0332 Pages: 2 Published on: 8, August, 1975

Abstract: The paddy marketing board had taken over the operations of a sick rice mill. The board had the option of getting paddy milled through custom hiring basis or through running the mill. Relevant costs on these two alternatives are provided. ... More

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Authors: George, P S;

Reference No: CMA0330 Pages: 4 Published on: 8, August, 1975

Abstract: A private rice mill in Sri Lanka is operating on the custom milling basis for the Sri Lanka Paddy Marketing Board. The cost and revenue of the mill are mentioned. The case can be used to 1) determine the breakeven volume that the mill should be hling; 2) the minimum charge the ... More

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Authors: George, P S;

Reference No: CMA0333 Pages: 5 Published on: 8, August, 1975

Abstract: This case is based on a situation in Sri Lanka during 1973 where the government wanted to increase the procurement price of paddy from Rs?18 to Rs?25 per bushel. The questions raised are: 1) Could the increased procurement prices of paddy increase the supply? 2) What would be the impact of the increased ... More

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