This article reviews the currently available literature to examine how clusters provided competitive advantage for small and medium businesses, in what ways it led to economic growth and directs the policy interventions of the Indian government. The evolution of clusters and the...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2020/v21i1030257
The coconut industry in Western Tamil Nadu, India, epitomizes the intricate interplay of actors and activities within the agricultural value chain. Despite India's prominent stature as the leading coconut producer globally, challenges persist, including price disparities and limi...
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Research Article10.9734/arja/2024/v17i2417
Aim: This research endeavors to examine the fundamental factors driving consumer preferences and actions concerning Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) in Bangalore City. It seeks to assess the impact of demographic variables, health perspectives, and brand recognition on consumer choices a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102147
Aims: This study aimed to analyze consumer preferences for coconut milk, exploring association between consumer profiles and demographics. Additionally, it investigated factors that influenced buying behaviour of coconut milk consumers. The study provided insights into consumer e...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102138
Aims: With many Manipur farmers depending on pineapple cultivation, it was essential to understand the constraints faced by the farmers in pineapple cultivation. Thus, the study aimed to identify the constraints on pineapple cultivation and value-addition activities in the State...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i71955
Aims: This study aims to use PEST analysis to comprehend the strategies implemented by micro food processing enterprises in Andhra Pradesh, India, with regard to political, economic, social, and technological factors to provide an overview of their growth potential. Study Design:...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i71939
Aims: The aim of the study is to identify and understand the status of food processing enterprises in Andhra Pradesh and to categorize them into micro, small, medium, and large for better understanding. Study Design: The research has been formulated to comprehend the status and d...
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Research Article10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i104098
Cotton is the major fibre crop which is traded globally. India is one of the major producer, consumer and exporter of cotton whereas US is one of the major producer and exporter of Cotton. Cotton 2.0 Futures in Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has been the benchmark price for cot...
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Research Article10.9734/cjast/2022/v41i931685
This article discusses about the changes in the cotton production, consumption, stocks, exports and imports between countries over the years and the possible reasons leading to the observed changes. This helps researchers to have a glimpse of what have happened in the past with r...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2022/v40i230845
Aim: Handloom plays a vital role in the Indian economy, by creating ample opportunities of employment. The aim of the study is to study about the significance of the sector at national and state level and to make a detailed study about the initiatives taken by state and central g...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2022/v40i230843
Aim: Handloom plays a very important role in country’s economy, because of various challenges handloom weavers are migrating to other occupations. Hence an in-depth investigation was attempted to understand the constrains faced by the handloom weavers and Handloom Weavers Coopera...
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Research Article10.9734/cjast/2021/v40i4531626
The establishment of Agri clinics and Agribusiness Centers is a Government of India Scheme implemented through NABARD and MANAGE, Hyderabad for promotion of rural entrepreneurship through effective training and handholding of the graduate youth. Agri-Clinics are intended to prov...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2021/v39i1130776
Coconut, a versatile crop with multifaceted uses of its products, hence it is eulogized as “Kalpavriksha” (Tree of Heaven). Coconut is one of the most important commercial crops in many tropical countries and contributes significantly to its economy. India, with the rich biodiver...
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Research Article10.9734/cjast/2020/v39i1630738
The study was undertaken to know the growth rate, instability, and contribution of area and yield on the production of coconut. The study was based on the secondary data for the period of 19 years (2001 – 2019) for India as well as Tamil Nadu. India is the leading producer of coc...
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Research Article10.9734/jemt/2020/v26i330238
In this era of competitiveness, organizations compete by enhancing their service quality to satisfy their customers. Primary data for the study was collected from eighty consumers who visited the retail shop which sold chilled chicken and meat products exclusively under its own b...
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Research Article10.9734/AJAEES/2018/31583
This article deals with the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the performance of a non-profit microfinance institution operating in the Nilgiris and Perambalur districts of Tamil Nadu in India. The primary focus of the paper is on the microfinance institute’s financial performan...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2021/v39i1130739
Aim: The purpose of the study was to find the consumption pattern of various types of major dry fruits and nuts in Coimbatore city of Tamil Nadu. Design of the Study: Analytical or diagnostic research and exploratory research design were used as the study aims to find the consump...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2021/v39i930655
Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum L.) is one of the most important commercial crops of the tropics. It is the main source of sugar in the world. Jaggery (Gur) and Khandsari sugar are a traditional product of sugarcane which is the natural mixture of sugar and molasses. Jaggery and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2021/v39i830632
Aim: The purpose of the study is to find the awareness of consumers towards green products, factors influencing them to purchase the green products and the problems faced by consumers while purchasing the green products in Coimbatore city Design of the Study: The study is empiric...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2021/v39i730609
Aim: The study aimed at analyzing both the production and marketing aspects of Moringa oleifera. The main objective of this study was to analyze price and cost along the existing marketing channels of Moringa, and identify the most efficient channel. The study also sheds light on...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2020/v21i930237
Understanding relationships and linkages in a commodity value chain is a crucial step in Value Chain Analysis. The objective of this study was to identify and map the stakeholders of Moringa Value Chain in Tiruppur district of Tamil Nadu. Structured interview schedules were used...
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Research Article10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i730176
Aims: To analyse the trade creation and trade diversion effect of the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (AIFTA) on palm oil trade among the member countries. Data and Methodology: Data on palm oil exports of major Association of South East Asian countries (ASEAN) member countries...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2022/v44i112066
Aims: To study the competitiveness, import intensity and structural break of palm oil exports from ASEAN member countries to the Indian market for the period 2000 to 2020. Data and Methodology: The relevant data was collected from UNCOMTRADE for the period of 21 years (2000 to 20...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2022/v40i111679