Strategic Planning for an Agricultural Farm Start-up in Nepal
Thakuri, Prabhat Kiran; thakuri, prabhat kiran (2019)
2019
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-201905037457
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-201905037457
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As a final thesis, a comprehensive study of various subjects related to establishing and sustaining an agricultural farm in Nepal was done. The overall current situation of agriculture industry in Nepal and its prospects are acknowledged throughout this thesis. This study also aimed to recognize how agricultural farms can contribute in strengthening the national economy and environment. One important finding is that a significant demand for agricultural products exist in Nepalese market. If invested carefully, very attractive returns could be produced from agricultural farms. The increased health consciousness of consumers has resulted in an incremental trend of demand for natural and healthy Agriproducts.
Strategic planning for starting the business was done along with an assessment of existing constraints in the agricultural value chain. Brief ideas for mission, vision and values are presented, based on which a farm can perform effectively. Financial management, product and production, logistics, Human Resource and marketing aspects are described as essential parts of the strategic plan. Moreover, the environmental factors are analysed for understanding possible opportunities and risks. The organizational operations and control measures are outlined which help in creating profitability, efficiency, and sustainability through various functions of the farm.
Strategic planning for starting the business was done along with an assessment of existing constraints in the agricultural value chain. Brief ideas for mission, vision and values are presented, based on which a farm can perform effectively. Financial management, product and production, logistics, Human Resource and marketing aspects are described as essential parts of the strategic plan. Moreover, the environmental factors are analysed for understanding possible opportunities and risks. The organizational operations and control measures are outlined which help in creating profitability, efficiency, and sustainability through various functions of the farm.