FPO Business Accelerator Centre- Indore
Course content for Agripreneurs Program in Agri-Business Management
The course is primarily targeted to any graduates who have basic knowledge of agriculture, though this may not be a pre-requisite. The course aims at equipping them with theoretical and practical knowledge on different aspects of agri-business including policy framework, laws, rules and regulations, business potential for an array of agri-businesses, banking interface, and a range of agri-business operations. All students would also acquire basic knowledge of important aspects of corporate and other laws, basic accounting, good communication skills, and elementary aspects of HR management as compulsory subjects. Practical training with EFASAL team at HQ and field level for all modules in every week, in which two days classes and three days practical training
FPO Business Accelerator Centre- Indore
Course content for Agripreneurs Program in Agri-Business Management
The course is primarily targeted to any graduates who have basic knowledge of agriculture, though this may not be a pre-requisite. The course aims at equipping them with theoretical and practical knowledge on different aspects of agri-business including policy framework, laws, rules and regulations, business potential for an array of agri-businesses, banking interface, and a range of agri-business operations. All students would also acquire basic knowledge of important aspects of corporate and other laws, basic accounting, good communication skills, and elementary aspects of HR management as compulsory subjects. Practical training with EFASAL team at HQ and field level for all modules in every week, in which two days classes and three days practical training
A cooperative is an autonomous association of people united voluntarily to meet their common economic, social and cultural needs and aspiration through a jointly owned and democratically controlled business.
Cooperative societies are voluntary associations started with the aim of service to members.
Cooperative marketing consist of two words ‘cooperative or cooperation’ and ‘marketing’.
It is also the marketing ‘for the farmers’ and ‘by the farmers’ that aim at eliminating the chain of functionaries operating between the farmers and the ultimate consumers and thus securing maximum price for the farmer’s produce.
According to RBI “Co-operative marketing is a co-operative association of cultivators formed primarily for the purpose of helping the members to market their produce more profitably than is possible through private trade.”
According to FAO ‘Co-operative Marketing is a system through which a group of farmers join together to carry on some or all the process involved in bringing goods to the consumer.”
ATMA is a society of key stakeholders involved in agricultural activities for sustainable agricultural development in the district.It is a focal point for integrating Research and Extension activities and decentralizing day to day management of the public Agricultural Technology System(ATS).
Opportunities and challenges for rural entrepreneurship in indiaSelladurai Muthusamy
Rural entrepreneurship has an imperative role to play in the
development of Indian economy. Taking into account the fact that
nearly 70 percent of the Indian population calls rural India it's home,
adequate funding and support can provide a prosperous entrepreneur
atmosphere in these communities. So far as it is known that rural India
as compared to the majority population is economically poor, younger,
more secluded geographically, secluded from the main markets, racially
imbedded in tradition, less dynamic economically and experiencing
depopulation. It is to be noticed that most of the entrepreneur
development policies are adapted to meet the needs of the urban India.
Such policies will have to be changed by establishing such centers
which exclusively deal with the rural communities and provide
consulting and research facilities.
A cooperative is an autonomous association of people united voluntarily to meet their common economic, social and cultural needs and aspiration through a jointly owned and democratically controlled business.
Cooperative societies are voluntary associations started with the aim of service to members.
Cooperative marketing consist of two words ‘cooperative or cooperation’ and ‘marketing’.
It is also the marketing ‘for the farmers’ and ‘by the farmers’ that aim at eliminating the chain of functionaries operating between the farmers and the ultimate consumers and thus securing maximum price for the farmer’s produce.
According to RBI “Co-operative marketing is a co-operative association of cultivators formed primarily for the purpose of helping the members to market their produce more profitably than is possible through private trade.”
According to FAO ‘Co-operative Marketing is a system through which a group of farmers join together to carry on some or all the process involved in bringing goods to the consumer.”
ATMA is a society of key stakeholders involved in agricultural activities for sustainable agricultural development in the district.It is a focal point for integrating Research and Extension activities and decentralizing day to day management of the public Agricultural Technology System(ATS).
Opportunities and challenges for rural entrepreneurship in indiaSelladurai Muthusamy
Rural entrepreneurship has an imperative role to play in the
development of Indian economy. Taking into account the fact that
nearly 70 percent of the Indian population calls rural India it's home,
adequate funding and support can provide a prosperous entrepreneur
atmosphere in these communities. So far as it is known that rural India
as compared to the majority population is economically poor, younger,
more secluded geographically, secluded from the main markets, racially
imbedded in tradition, less dynamic economically and experiencing
depopulation. It is to be noticed that most of the entrepreneur
development policies are adapted to meet the needs of the urban India.
Such policies will have to be changed by establishing such centers
which exclusively deal with the rural communities and provide
consulting and research facilities.
After 2020 by the program of PMMSY, an enormous focus is placed on creating FFPO by collectivising fish farmers, Producer Organization is not a recent term. It has been started after 2002 by collectivization of farmers, as they are primary producer of farm and non-farm produce.
detailed description of formation of FPO/FPC, registration process, information about CBBO and some success stories of FPCs. Thiws presentation will give basic idea abpout formation and working procedure of FPOs/FPCs
Farmer Producer Organizations: Implications for Agricultural ExtensionBRNSS Publication Hub
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Farmer Producer Organizations: Implications for Agricultural ExtensionBRNSS Publication Hub
The Government of India recently announced $34 million for setting up a “Producers Development and
Upliftment Corpus (PRODUCE)” under the National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development.
Marketing of agricultural produce is a complex process in India. Farmers do not have access to market,
they are selling their produce to the intermediaries operate in the market due to this, their profit margin
is reduced and their farming business becomes a non-viable one. We can mobilize farmers in groups and
build their associations called as farmer producer organization (FPO). FPO is a means to bring together
the small and marginal farmers and other small producers to build their own business enterprise that will
be managed by professionals. FPO offers small farmers to participate in the market more effectively and
helps to enhance agricultural production, productivity, and profitability. This paper examines the current
mode of the operation of FPO and effectiveness of the FPO with reference to the small farmers in India.
This article studies the potential role of FPOs (POs, and more generally, producer organizations) in the
context of the large prevalence of smallholder agriculture in India.
A presentation made on the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities undertaken by the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) by students of Advertising and Public Relations at Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi.
The presentation gives a brief introduction to IFFCO before talking about its CSR activities.
The video file and the audio file attached in the presentation are available on asking.
Eastern Africa Farmers Federation outreach to membersILRI
Presented by Goretti Gachagua, Eastern Africa Farmers Federation, at the FAO-ILRI Regional Training Workshop on Proven Livestock Technologies, ILRI, Addis Ababa, 3-5 December 2018
The individual volume of production of the small farmers is low which averts them from reaping benefit of economics of scale. Small farmers can benefit from the economics of scale only through aggregation. Producer organizations are useful for mobilizing individual farmers’ effort into collective action which will be helpful in improving the socio-economic condition of all the members of the group. Organizing farmers will aid in access to resources, information, specialization in commodities, processing and value addition, large-scale operations, market orientation and better bargaining power.
Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and InclusionTechSoup
Let’s explore the intersection of technology and equity in the final session of our DEI series. Discover how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can be used to support and enhance your nonprofit's DEI initiatives. Participants will gain insights into practical AI applications and get tips for leveraging technology to advance their DEI goals.
Biological screening of herbal drugs: Introduction and Need for
Phyto-Pharmacological Screening, New Strategies for evaluating
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for Anti-inflammatory, Antiulcer, Anticancer, Wound healing, Antidiabetic, Hepatoprotective, Cardio protective, Diuretics and
Antifertility, Toxicity studies as per OECD guidelines
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
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This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
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4. INTRODUCTION
Indian farmers fertilizers co-operative limited
(IFFCO) was registered on November 3, 1967 as a
multi unit co-operative society .On the enactment of
the multi state co-operative societies act 1984 & 2002,
the society is deemed to be registered as a multistate
co-operative society. The society is primarily engaged
in production and distribution of fertilizers . The
byelaws of the society provide a broad frame work
for the activities of IFFCO as a co-operative society.
The number of co-operative society associated with
IFFCO have risen from 57 in 1967 to 39,824 at present
5. HISTORY
During mid - sixties the co-operative sector in India
was responsible for distribution for 70% of fertilizers
consumed in the country. The sector had adequate
infrastructure to distribute fertilizers but had no
production facilities of its own and hence depend on
public/private sector for supplies. To overcome this
lacuna and to bridge the demand supply gap in the
country. A new co-operative society was conceived to
specially cater to the requirement of farmers. It was
an unique venture in which the farmers of the
country through their own co-operative society
created this new institution to safe guard their
interest.
6.
7. VISION
To augment the incremental incomes of
farmers by helping them to increase their
crop productivity through balanced use of
energy efficient fertilizers, maintain the
environmental health and to make
cooperative societies economically &
democratically strong for professionalized
services to the farming community to ensure
an empowered rural India.
8. MISSION
IFFCO's mission is "to enable Indian
farmers to prosper through timely
supply of reliable, high quality
agricultural inputs and services in an
environmentally sustainable manner and
to undertake other activities to improve
their welfare”
9. OBJECTIVES
To serve the cause of IFFCO’s mission as stated in the mission
document
Extend IT enabled services to farmers and cooperatives to promote IT
penetration and improve IT comfort levels in rural India.
To evolve appropriate dissemination strategies for effective use of IT
Enabled Services in Rural India.
To extend e-services to cooperative members of IFFCO and in a phased
manner.
Provide latest and reliable information and extend other services to all
those actively involved in the development of Indian agriculture and
rural development.
Provide necessary information / services for suppliers to IFFCO and
achieve e-procurement in a phased manner.
10. IFFCO APPROACH & COMMITMENT
To achieve our mission, IFFCO as a cooperative society,
undertakes several activities covering a broad spectrum
of areas to promote welfare of members cooperative and
farmers. The activities envisaged to be covered are
exhaustively defined in IFFCO’S bye – laws
Our thirst for ever improving the service to farmers and
members cooperatives is instable, commitment to quality
is insurmountable and harnessing of mother earths
bounty to drive hunger away from India in an
ecologically sustainable manner is the prime mission. All
that IFFCO cherishes in exchange is an everlasting smile
on the face of Indian farmer who form the moving spirit
behind this mission.
16. MEMBERSHIP
No individual membership , Membership is open to
the following:-
National, State, district, regional and primary level
Cooperative Federation of agricultural credit /
marketing / processing / supply etc.
National Cooperative Development Corporation
Public Financing institutions to the extent required/
requested by the board/ general body of IFFCO
17. FEES & TERMINATION
Fee:-
For village level society:- Rs 25/-
for others:- Rs 100/-
Termination:-
No member is permitted to withdraw any of the shares
held by it in IFFCO or to resign its membership of IFFCO
within five years from the date of which it was admitted
as a member.
Letter of resignation to be addressed to MD of IFFCO.
Decision of board communicated within a period of four
months.
19. FUNCTIONS & POWERS
Managing Committee:-
Admission of members.
Authorize convening of meetings of the General Body.
Recommend annual and supplementary budgets for approval by
general body.
Appoint, suspend and remove the Managing Director and
Functional Directors and approve their terms and conditions of
service.
Raise funds for the business of IFFCO.
Authorize persons to sign bills, notes and receipts on behalf of
IFFCO.
Appoint trustees, attorneys and agents for the business of IFFCO.
20. FUNCTIONS & POWERS
Executive Committee:
EC is responsible for efficient management of societies. Its
powers and functions are as follows:-
To examine and recommend to the board, the estimates of the
budget.
To approve all investments proposals of capital nature up to
limit of 1.5 crore.
To authorize execution of documents for and on behalf of
society.
To grant loans to members where amount and repayment terms
are not covered under the service rules of the society.
Refer claims and demands by and against IFFCO for
arbitration.
21. FUNCTIONS & POWERS
Marketing Sub Committee:
This committee is responsible for efficient management of
marketing operations of the society. Its power and
functions are as follows:
To formulate and recommend to the board for approval of
overall marketing policy for sale of fertilizers and
agricultural inputs.
To lay down distribution strategy including the channel
and outlets.
To recommend to BOD for approval of matters relating to
pricing policy of fertilizers and allied products.
To lay down guidelines for distribution
22. GENERAL BODY
General Body of IFFCO comprises of:-
Members of Board of Directors.
One direct delegate who has contributed more than 10 lakhs
to the share capital of IFFCO.
The number of such direct delegates(including delegates)
should not exceed 800.
Delegates not exceeding 200 are to be elected amongst the
representatives of member societies having shares of less
than 1 lakh in each state /UT.
This is done at the rate of one delegate for every 200 member
societies.
24. CORE FUNCTION
Balanced Fertilizer Programme
Soil Testing Labs (Mobile/Static)
Socio-Economic Development of Village
Human Health Check ups & medicine
distribution
Veterinary services
Drinking water supply & Watershed Mgmt
Assistance to School/School children
25. BUSINESS PLAN
5 marketing territories
Distribution mainly through coop. System
Wholesaler- State level Apex Coop Market Federation
Supplies to some Agro-industries also
158 IFFCO farmers Service Channel
Transportation by rail (88%)
Warehousing at godowns of CWC,SWC and Federation
godowns
26. BUSINESS PLAN
Marketing
Central Office
North Central
zone (LKW)
U.P, BR,
JHKHND,
UTKHND
North Zone
(CHNDGH)
South Zone
(Bangalore)
West Zone (BPL)
East Zone
(Kolkata)
Assam, Odisha,
W.B
PNB, HAR, RAJ,
H.P. J&K
AP,TN, KAR,
Kerala
GUJ, M.P, MAH,
CHTSGRH
27. STRUCTURE OF FINANCE
Sources of fund:
admission fee, share capital , loans and deposits
within India and abroad , debentures , bonds
and commercial paper , grants-in-aid and
donations
No of
shares
Face value Allocated to
90,0000 1lakh NCDC ,Public financing
institution, national/
state/regional federation
50,000 10000 District and primary
marketing/processing/supply
cooperative society
5lakhs 1000 Primary societies of village level
28. Every member subscribes to at least one
share
Basic minimum level of utilization has to
achieved to have the rights
IFFCO can receive loan from members and
others up to 10 times of its paid up share
capital plus accumulated reserves minus
losses
Values of shares is paid in one lump sum or
installment as per by the law.
29. DISTRIBUTION OF PROFIT
Reserve Funds -25%
Cooperative Education fund -3 - 5%
Rest is distributed as
• dividend (<=20%) to share holders
• rebate on purchase by members and
• Building, education, Charity etc
10% is for unforeseen loss
Payment of Ex-gratia to employees a/c to schemes of
the board
30. AUDIT
Both internal and external audit
Board of directors constitute an audit
committee
To oversee the society’s financial
reporting process , financial statement etc
Review the findings of internal auditors
and follow up on any irregularities
32. INFORMATION AND COMM. TECH
Wide Area Network up to all Area Level Offices with
Corporate Office at Delhi.
All offices of IFFCO are connected with VPN
Video Conferencing Facility at maximum Offices.
Implemented Successfully the e-procurement system.
Application of Integrated Corporate Enterprise in HR,
Finance, Marketing, Transportation & production
Multilingual Agri. Information portal and Touch screen
based Kiosks.
33.
34.
35. IFFCO CSR can be broadly classified into 4 initatives
36.
37.
38. CONCLUSION
INDIAN FARMERS FERTILIZER COOPERATIVE
LIMTED is the one of the biggest and the most
popular company in India. IFFCO provide both
quantities & qualities products at good price for
farmers. IFFCO, today is a leading player in India’s
fertilizer industry and is making substantial
contribution to the efforts of Indian Govt to
increase food grain production in the country