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CHAPTER -1
INTRODUCTION
 Introduction
 Objective of Study
 Statement of Problem
 Scope of Study
 Research Methodology
 Methods of Data collection
 Limitations of the Study
 Chapter Scheme

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Introduction
Areca leaf plates are a great alternative and polymer-based materials, as well as
paper-based products, which the world is worried with. For the production of these plates,
a completely natural process is used. Areca leaves that have fallen to the ground are
harvested from plantations. The areca leaf sheath was washed immersed in water for
about 15minutes before being shade dried for 30utes. Then, using the correspondingly
formed Machines, they are compressed various forms. They are then packaged according
to the customer's specifications. Each areca leaf plate manufacturing unit employee
people directly. There is an national effect of providing jobs for two more industrial area
is said for employment generation. In addition, there will be a workshed and labour at a
low price. Approximately 5400 million Areca Leaves can shred and treated as agro-waste
on 4 lakh hectares of Areca Crop.

These leaves have the potential to be turned into a value-added product. Some benefits of
areca leaf plates
• Suitable for hot, cold, and wet foods.
• It's light, solid, but not crushable
• At no point are chemicals, bleaching, PE (Poly Ethylene) coating, or wax coating
used.
• Microwave and fridge healthy.
• Holds liquid products without leaking for 4 hours.
It is environmentally safe, biodegradable, and compostable in mind the
environmental degradation and rising awareness among people h the trend of returning
back to nature can give a huge boom to the industry in future. Each year, a single Areca
leaf plate manufacturing unit requires195000 leaves. In this case approx 27700 plate.
Manufacturer units could de set up throughout India. in 27700, 1.5 lakh new jobs can be
created. Just 1500 units have been built in India so far. Around 1000 of these units are in
India's south. Tamil Nadu (Salem, Coimbatore) and Kerala are the main raw material
sources for south Indian units and Karnataka (Thumkur, Shimoga). There is currently no
substitute product on the market that can equal the special properties of natural areca palm
leaf plates. Areca leaf plates are constructed from the Areca Nut Tree's naturally shed leaf
sheaths. The areca leaves are simply gathered, pressure washed, scrubbed, sun dried, and
then assembled into suitable shaped plates using heat and pressure. Once used, plates can

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be used as a good fertiliser to help plants flourish, as well as a good source of organic
manure. Plastic and paper plates are replaced by removable plates and cups. Natural,
compostable, and biodegradable materials with a chic appearance. Demand is also strong
within the region. It is an untapped industry, full of potential where the first mover
advantage objective of study
• To know the price preference of farmers
• To know the problem of farmers
• To know the animals and pest effecting crop
• To know what farmers do with fallen leaf
• To know the problems of farmers while dealing with agents
• To suggest the best way to deal with farmers in terms of pricing fallen leaf and
help them in financing

Statement of problem
Indian agriculture can play a vital role in economic development. It is there
agricultural production should be stepped up. The increase in agricultural production calls
for a simultaneous improvement in the marketing system. T for the country predominantly
dependent upon agriculture the efficient agriculture system is very essential and vital. The
areca leaf productions is facing ser threats and challenges. The farmers are so poverty
stricken and indebted. A consequence, the death toll of farmers' suicides is rapidly
increasing at alarming rate. The main problem is farmers don’t collect fallen leaf and if
they collect fallen leaf and store they don’t have enough space to store the leaf in a fungal
and bacterial safe place and protect it from moisture

Scope of study
This study is confined to Shivamogga district this study was conducted to know
how the areca plant leaf products are processed and problems faced by farmers in
providing us fallen leaf and problems with the agents

Research Methodology
This study carried out by using the following methods. This project study is mainly based
on primary as is collected by administering a structured questionnaire from the selected
formers. Personal interview is also conducted wherever necessary.

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Data collection
There are two types of data collection
Primary data
New data gathered to help solve the problem at hand. As compared to secondary
data which is previously gathered data. An example is information gathered by a
questionnaire. Qualitative or quantitative data that are newly collected in the course of
research, Consists of original information that comes from people and includes
information gathered from surveys, focus groups, independent observations and test
results. Data gathered by the researcher in the act of conducting research. Primary data is
basically collected by getting questionnaire filled by the respondents.

Secondary data
Information that already exists somewhere, having been collected for another
purpose. Sources include census reports, publications, and subscription services. There are
two types of secondary data: internal and external secondary data. Information compiled
inside or outside the organization for some purpose other than the current investigation
Researching information, which has already been published. Market information
compiled for purposes other than the current research effort; it can be internal data, such
as existing sales-tracking information, or it can be research conducted by someone else,
such as a market research company. The secondary data is also collected to support out
study from variouswebsites

Limitation of the study

Being the areca plate processing in a local level the survey has been restricted to
Shivamogga . The sample size selected is due to pacing of time. The figures in survey
finding are given on the basis of 50 formersin district . The study does not show the
position of entire process of Areca Plate processing in but shivamogga
• Time limitation
• . It covered only process
• Sample size is small due to lack of time

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• .The study for concentrated to farmer represent only a certain places of

Shivamogga .
• There is no information in this particular area leaf processing

Chapter Scheme
Chapter I: introduction
Chapter II: industry profile
Chapter-III: company profile
Chapter- IV: data analysis
Chapter-V:findings and suggestions
• Questionnaire
• Bibliography

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CHAPTER 2
INDUSTRIAL PROFILE
• Introduction
• Major market
• Certifications
• Export information
• Alternatives

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INDUSTRY PROFILE:
It is a manufacturing industry where the areca plates will be manufactured, The use
and throw Palm Leaf Plates / Natural Leaf Plates/ Areca Leaf Plates and Cups made out of
Areca Leaf are 100% biodegradable and compostable. These hygienic, non-odorous,
non-toxic, light weight plates and cups made out of Areca leaf are environment friendly.
An economical disposable alternative for all catering occasions.

These areca leaf plates and areca leaf cups need no wash the Facts about Areca
Leaf products are interesting and must to know. The exclusive Areca Leaf Dinnerware
line is great for entertaining. These elegant, disposable party plates made from Areca
leaf are eco-friendly alternative to conventional disposable plates. These biodegradable
areca leaf plates are a natural and renewable resource. Areca Leaf that is naturally
discarded from the areca tree is collected from the forest floor and no trees are cut. A
perfect alternative to plastic carry bags.

These bags are made by pasting and folding either two or three sheets of
newspaper to make bags of different sizes. The handles of the bag can be made with
jute string, cotton string or nylon string. The price per bag depends on the size and the
thickness. Bags are available in different sizes and also can be customized according
to requirements The rampant utilization of various types of plastic products has harmed our
planet in many ways. That is why many environmental enthusiasts have come forward to
denounce the usage of plastic products &the adoption of Eco Friendly Products like
compostable plates, bowls, cutlery, bags & food containers.

Areca Palm Leaf Plates are one such type of Disposable Plates that can be easily
used for weddings, parties, office events & daily uses. They can easily decompose into the
soil without harming Mother Earth in any way.

But, are these reasons enough to nudge you to replace your daily use plastic plates
with Areca-based eco-friendly plates?

It is high time that people start switching from toxic plastic products to eco- friendly
alternatives. Why?

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Our continuous dependence on plastic products is harming our Mother Earth,

polluting land & rivers, affecting & destroying land & aquatic life.

So, how can using Eco friendly products like Areca Leaf Plates make a difference?
Areca palm leaf plates are completely compostable, made from natural materials, easy-to-
use, easy-to-carry & encourage others to switch to eco-friendly alternatives. Apart from these
features, the plates are highly durable & can withstand hot & cold temperatures without
deforming.

These are some of the reasons why you should opt for Areca Leaf Plates. 5
Prominent Benefits –

Areca Leaf Plates It is made from Naturally-Sourced Materials

As the name implies, Areca plates are made from 100% natural material – Areca
Palm leaf. This leaf is naturally obtained from the Areca Palm Tree & doesn’t involve any
sort of tree cutting practices. In addition to that, the manufacturing process of such
disposable plates is completely colour, dye & chemical-free We use scary number of plastic
cups, plates, tumblers, etc. (disposables) these days, may it be in small get- together
parties, picnics, or big functions and meetings. These disposables are, undoubtedly, easy
to carry, cheap and very useful. But we hardly give a thought on their effects on the
environment.

Since the concern for environment started growing, we resorted to use paper plates
and cups instead of plastic ones. It is our misconception that paper plates are Eco-
friendly products. In fact, they are more harmful to the environment than plastic ones,
in my view, because we fell the trees to get paper. Yes, paper plates are degradable
unlike plastic ones, but a great deal of pollution is caused while manufacturing paper.

They are Available in a Plethora of Styles

Areca Leaf Plates are provided by a wide range of offline & online stores.
Therefore, you’ll come across plates of different shapes & sizes. Simply choose plates that
meet your event requirements & promote the usage of environmentally friendly products in
weddings, birthdays, special occasions & more!

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You Can Easily Handle these Eco Friendly Products

These plates are highly durable, light in weight, easy-to-carry & easy-to-use.
Therefore, you won’t have any problems while switching from plastic-based plates to eco-
friendly alternatives.

These Plates are Microwavable, Recyclable & Compostable

Areca Leaf disposable plates boast excellent thermoregulation properties which
enables them to withstand low & high temperatures with ease. Apart from this, these plates
can be easily used in microwaves, are leak-proof, easily compostable & recyclable.

There are Multiple Uses of Areca Leaf Plates

You can seamlessly use Areca leaf plates for packaging purposes, buffet parties,
restaurants, family gatherings, kitchenware& ovens. Additionally, these plates do not alter
the taste of your food unlike plastic plates & you can also serve cold/hot/oily foods with
ease.

These are a few benefits of Areca Leaf Plates that will nudge you to switch from
toxic plastic plates to eco-friendly alternatives.

Areca leaf plates are perfect alternate to Plastics/Polymer based products and also
Paper based products about which the entire world is concerned about. A 100% natural
mechanism is followed for manufacturing these plates. The fallen areca leaf is collected
from farms. The Sheath of the areca leaf cleaned and soaked in water for approximately 15
minutes and shade dried for 30 minutes. They are then compressed to different shapes
using the correspondingly shaped Machines. They are then packed as per the customer
requirement.

In the above context, areca/palm leaf disposables, in my opinion, are a great

substitute for plastic/paper disposables. To make areca leaf disposables, there is no need
of felling trees. Also, there won’t be water or air pollution while making these plates, nor
is it harmful after usage, as it is biodegradable. Just imagine how much we can
contribute to environmental conservation if we use these plates and cups wherever we
now use plastic/paper ones. Below is a list of some features of these products.

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• Eco-friendly
• Aesthetic value
• Easy to make
To top it all, plates and cups of almost any shape and size can be made with areca
leaves. Of course, the large- scale production of such products may be difficult owing to
non-availability of areca/palm trees everywhere. Yet, we can make significant difference
to our environment by using and promoting such products. They are not too costly to buy
either.

The beneficiaries are:

 Supari agriculturists (an extra income through squandered clear out)
 Leaf gathering labours
 Transporters
 Business people
 Customers

Areca leaf plates are made from the leaves of areca palm. These leaves are
transformed into disposable plates and trays as an alternative to plastic plates. The palm
leaves were used in India as the dishes for long time. They have been used at wedding,
parties, social affairs and different occasion. The rotten Areca palm leaves were used for
framing as fertilizers for plants. Areca palm leaves contains more of protein for cattle.

Areca leaf plates are perfect alternate to Plastics/Polymer based products and also
Paper based products about which the entire world is concerned about. A 100% natural
mechanism is followed for manufacturing these plates. The fallen areca leaf is collected
from farms. The Sheath of the areca leaf cleaned and soaked in water for approximately
15 minutes and shade dried for 30 minutes. They are then compressed to different shapes
using the correspondingly shaped Machines. They are then packed as per the customer
requirement.

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Advantages of Areca Plates:

1. Eco-friendly, Bio-degradable and Compostable.
2. No chop down of trees, fallen leaves are collected and turned to value added
products. Waste to wealth concept.
3. No Chemicals, bleaching, PE (Poly Ethylene) coating, Wax coating at any stage.
4. Light weight, sturdy and non-crushable.
5. Microwave & Refrigerator safe.
6. Holds liquid items for 4 hours without leakage.
7. Good for hot, wet and cool food items.

Employment Opportunity
Each Areca leaf plate manufacturing unit provides direct employment to 3 persons
and there is an indirect impact of creating employment for 2 other persons. Rural area is
selected to create employment. Also work shed & labour will be at low cost.

Areca Leaf Procurement

In India 4 Lac Hectares of Areca Crop has been cultivated, near about 5400
Million Areca Leaves are shredded and Treated as Agro waste. These leaves can be
converted as a Value added Product. One Areca leaf plate manufacturing unit Needs
195000 leaves per year. In this scenario near about 27700 plates manufacturing units can
be established all over India. 1.5 lakh fresh employments can be given in 27700 5 units.
This Particular project can create “A Rural Employment Revolution” in India. At present
only 1500 units are established all over India. In that around 1000 units are in south India.
The major suppliers of raw materials for south Indian units are Tamilnadu (Salem,
Coimbatore), Kerala and Karnataka (Thumkur, Shimoga).

Major markets For Areca Leaf Plates

1. First quality plates will be targeted for International market
2. Second quality plates will be targeted to local markets like dealers, super market,
restaurants and caterer.
Areca Plates can be used in any occasion like parties, buffets, picnics, outdoor
catering, functions, food-joint, temples. This product is having a good market in
Karnataka, Maharashtra, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh and Tamilnadu

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These plates act as the best alternative for plastics and because of this reason it has a
good market in international market.

Waste Disposal:
1. Food plates thrown after eating will be naturally degraded within 60 days of time like
any plant matter.
2. Manufacturing waste of Areca sheaths will be used for vermin compost, dry fodder
for animals, bio-fuel bricks.
3. Consider how much we could contribute to environmental protection if we used these
plates and Business people

Customers
Areca leaf plates are made from the leaves of areca palm. These leaves are
transformed into disposable plates and trays as an alternative to plastic plates. The palm
leaves were used in India as the dishes for long time. They have been used at wedding,
parties, social affairs and different occasion. The rotten Areca palm leaves were used for
framing as fertilizers for plants. Areca palm leaves contains more of protein for cattle.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS

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Areca Leaf Plates Certifications -

When you are choosing to purchase Areca plates over the standard disposable
plates, you would want to make sure that the Areca plates you choose are actually as
healthy and eco-friendly as they are advertised or claimed to be.

The plates can be tested and certified by competing authorities and private agencies
before exporting. We have composed a complete and comprehensive guide for buyers
looking for information areca palm leaf plates testing and certifications.

Areca palm leaf plate certification can be classified into: Health tests:
• Anaerobic Plate Count – APC35C.
• Phytosanitary Certification (Plant quarantine test) Biodegradability/compost ability
tests.

Health Testing Methods

As indicated by the name, these are the tests used to check whether an Areca plate
product is safe and healthy to use or not. The following tests are officially classified as
health tests for Areca plate certification:

Anaerobic Plate Count – APC35C

This method simply provides a “count” or number of the microorganisms present
in or on the Areca plates – primarily the anaerobic and mesospheric bacteria. Anaerobic
means that they can survive without oxygen and mesospheric means that they can grow at
temperatures around 35 degrees Celsius. The microbes that have both these characteristics
can be detected by the test – thus giving a clear idea about the pathogens that a product
might contain that can cause serious health issues for the consumers or users.

Method:
The method that is used to obtain the Anaerobic Plate Count involves the keeping
of the sample in a Petri dish that contains a nutrient-rich medium like agar to sustain the
microbes under anaerobic (free of oxygen) conditions and at the temperature of 35 degree
Celsius. It provides certification for the Areca plate or palm dinnerware regarding its health
impacts.

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Phyto-Sanitation (Plant Quarantine)

• As you know, palm leaf dinnerware is made from the sheath from the areca nut
tree. It is plant material it is mandatory to get plant quarantine certification before
export for the following reasons:
• To prevent the introduction of a new kind of pests from the source country to the
importing country. Because this pest may cause the problem to the crops.
• To promote safe global trade.

The method of plant and animal “quarantine” was first applied around the mid-
1300s, subsequent to the spread of a malignant malady called Black Death in Europe. A
waiting period of 40 days was imposed on all the animal and plant stock being imported
into Italy from other countries to ensure that the stock is free of any kind of disease.

Method
The Inspector randomly pulls the sample from the consignment for testing and this
will be sent to the lab for testing.

Visual Examination:
Using a illuminated magnifying glass the sample will examined to detect live pests.

X-Ray:
X-ray tests are used to detect hidden infestation. This is especially done for seeds
and legumes.

Microscope:
The sample will examined using a powerful stereomicroscope for the infestation on
the surface. This will done mainly items made out of plant material.

HOW TO EXPORT - How To Export Areca Leaf Plates From India

India is the biggest exporter of the Areca Palm Leaf plates in the world. Starting
with the climatic factors, the country has an ideal temperature for the growth of the
evergreen Areca Palm plants. If you are planning to import Areca Palm leaf plates for your

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business, then why not export them from a trusted company in India. Exporting Areca Leaf
Plates From India
If you look at the procedure of exporting anything across the borders, it requires a
basic strategy and a few steps of the process to follow. So, here are the six basic steps that
you need to follow if you want to Export Areca Palm leaf plates from India.

1. Find Indian Exporters-

To start exporting the Areca Leaf plates from India, you need to find Indian
Exporters. Several directories will do the task for you.
 The leaves go from the various levels of the sterilization process.
 Products are lightweight and durable.
 Certified Exporter by the Government Of India
 On-Time Delivery of Order.

2. Analyze Product Demand

Being the importer of the Areca Leaf Plate, you must be aware of the market
demand in your country. If you are dealing with biodegradable plates, you need to study
the market behavior and public demand for the product you will import. The process might
seem quite hectic.
This sets you free from these hectic tasks and does all the groundwork for you. The
company will perform all the basic necessary steps involved in the Product Demand
Analysis.
The steps involved in this analysis are
 Identify the Market: This process helps analyze the type of market you are planning
to launch the products in.
 Access The Business Cycle: This step tells what to do at different stages of business.
It starts with the plan that describes how to begin and establish the company, then
how to deal with high demand and low supply, and the last part deals with what to
do if the demand is lagging.
 Create a product that meets a particular niche: Once you know the market behavior
and the business cycle. The next thing to determine is the product niche; you target
the audience that prefers biodegradable plates. You have to make them clear why the
product you have imported is better than the other options available.

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3. Arrange Import Order

Finding the best exporter is a different thing and arranging the Import order is
different. You might not get the best deal from the best Exporters. However, things are
different with the Exports, the company does the market research for you, and the
exporting rates are negotiable. Exports keeps in mind the customer’s satisfaction and
customer’s profit.

Execute export Order

After you have placed your order with the Exports, you have to sit back and wait
for the delivery at your doorsteps. The company will take care of everything; starting with
the packaging process, the order will be packed after the inspection by the experts. Then
the order will ship to the cargo ships by the local transportation in India and dispatched to
the destination. Once the package reaches your country, the Exports network will have it
delivered to your doorsteps in no time.

The company will monitor everything from the pre-shipment to the delivery
process, and you can always contact the Shipment company to track your order.

Secure Payments
Payments need to be secure when it comes to making deals across international
borders. Different manufacturers offer different payment gateways and payment times.
Some prefer payments in advance, and some expect it after the delivery is made. Payments
methods are flexible; you can contact the company and devise a payment way that is
acceptable to both parties.

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Order Completion
After the order is delivered and the payments are made, you have completed your
order. You can contact the exporters from the official website again to place more orders.
There are several Areca leaf Plate exporters in India. But, Takes care of everything from
the pre-shipment to the delivery.
 Offers a secure payments Gateway.
 A room is always open for negotiation.
 Knows what is best for their customers.
 Delivery is done after inspection by the experts.

ALTERNATIVES FOE ARECA NUT PLATES

1 . Banana leaf plates

Banana and palm leaves were historically the primary writing surfaces in many
nations of South and Southeast Asia. Disposable cutlery and containers are products that
are a part of our day to day life. Disposable items like cups, plates, saucers are being
increasingly used. Such disposable items are made with natural materials like leaf as well
as man made products like paper, plastics. Leaf cups, plates have greater hygiene value.
Paper plates

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A paper plate business involves manufacturing plates that were made out of paper
for serving food. They were considered an economical alternative to plastic plates. With
the ban of single usage plastic by several states as well as in Indian Railways .

3 . Sugarcane to Sustainable Plates and Bowls

Transitions 2 earth recently released biodegradable and compostable bowls and
plates. The newest product line offers products that are durable, microwave-safe, break
down into nutrient-rich soil, and do not use trees in their production process. These
features are made possible from using Bagasse to make the plates and bowls.

What is Bagasse? How is it used to make plates and bowls?

Bagasse is the fibrous material that remains after the juices are removed from
sugarcane stalk. The fibrous portion generally becomes a waste product after the juices are
separated. This is where Transitions2earth comes in. Transitions2Earth up cycles or makes
use of the Bagasse that normally ends up in a landfill in order to make usable and
sustainable goods.

Harvesting Sugarcane on a Sugarcane farm.

Transitions2earth takes the Bagasse and transforms the material into useful
products. Because of Transitions 2 earth, large quantities of Bagasse are saved from
landfills.

The process of converting Bagasse into plates and bowls.

The finished bowls and plates are then tested for oil and water resistance. Only
after the bowls and plates pass those tests can they be packaged and ready for consumers.
The completed packages are filled with plates and bowls to be used for picnics, cafeterias,
or any time there is a need for disposable tableware. Tableware that provides peace of
mind for the eco-conscious.

The plates and bowls are 100% biodegradable and can completely break down in
90 days in a compost facility. Transitions2earth takes a waste-product that would end up in
a landfill and creates a useful, consumer-ready product with little environmental impact.
We are very proud to be one step closer to eliminating waste from landfills

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The Bamboo Process

Bamboo products are made from the part of the plant called the sheath. This is the
protective outer layer of the bamboo’s clump that grows in young plants. Once the plant
hits a certain maturity point, the sheath then falls off. Once the sheath is collected, it is
cleaned and boiled. The sheath is next laminated into the necessary thickness for the
desired product. The sheath is then pressed and bonded into the required shape. The
process involves no use of chemicals or toxins.

What makes this process environmentally sound is that the sheath naturally falls as
part of the bamboo’s growth process. It’s collected right after falling and with no harm
done to the bamboo plants. If the sheath were to be left alone, it would simply be absorbed
back into the ground. This collection is similar to how palm leafs are collected after they
fall from their trees, eliminating any direct impact on their growth or existence.

Wheat Bran plates

Bran consists of the outer layers of cereal grain, such as wheat, rye, or oat. It is a
by- product in the process of milling grain. It is mostly used as animal feed, and only a

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small fraction is used by the food industry. Bran is a problem for the milling industry, as it
takes up a lot of storage space and can only be stored up to 7 days
.
Instead of letting the bran go to waste, Biotrem turns it into plates and bowls
without any additional compounds. The technology is based on chemical composition and
physical properties specific to wheat bran. The bran is pressed into shape and baked in one
production cycle, without the need of any additives, aside from a little water. One tonne of
wheat bran produces up to 10,000 units.

The edible tableware, consisting of plates, bowls, and cutlery, can be used to serve
both hot and cold food. Aside from being edible, the plates and bowls can be used in
classic and microwave ovens. Under correct circumstances, the products can be stored for
at least 3 years. After use, the tableware decomposes in 30 days.

The products are manufactured in accordance with the industrial hygienic standards
based on the EU regulations and according to the BRC food production quality standard.

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CHAPTER -3
COMPANY PROFILE

3.1 Product profile

3.2 Vision
3.3 Mission
3.4 Ownership Pattern
3.5 Staff Structure
3.6 Infrastructure and machinery

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Company Profile:
Name Mylar Areca Products
Promoters M.R. Jothi
M.R. Nagarjun
Activity Areca Leaf Plate Manufactures & Exporters
Company category Proprietorship
Authorized capital Rs. 10 lakhs.
Incorporated on 2015
Number of employees 116
Location 83/17 Holehonnur Road, Chikkakudi, Shivamogga,
Karnataka
Website [Link]

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Vision:
Vision is to influence areca sector by manufacturing eco-friendly products and offering
vocation to a substantial number of rural women and youths in the surrounding vicinity,
leading towards a zero-waste future.

Mission:
We comprehend the association between the wellbeing of the plant and the effect of
dispensable plastic and paper pressing. consistently we work to progress towards zero
waste framework, and the assist our clients with being better with the climate.

PRODUCTS AND PROFILE:

Product Profile:
Our areca plates are made entirely of natural materials that are devoid of any chemicals or
plastic waste. tree leaves were used to create the plates, which were purchased from
reputable vendors. Our areca plat available in a variety of styles, sizes, and forms to meet
the needs of our customers.

Kind of Products:
 Plates
 Blows
 Spoons
 Cattle feed

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Square plate

PICTURE (2 TO 10)
(Dimension 180 X 180mm, Depth 30mm)
This plate has dimension of 18cm and with the depth of 3cm.

Rectangle plate

(Dimension 160 X 240mm, Depth 30mm)

This plate has the dimension of 16 & 24cm and with the depth of 3cm.

Hexagon plate

(Dimension 180mm, Depth 30mm)

This plate has dimension of 18cm and with the depth of 3cm.

Rounded square plate

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(Dimension 180 X 180mm, Depth 30mm)

This plate has the dimension of 18cm from every side with the depth of 3cm.

Round plate

(Dimension 180mm, Depth 30mm)

This plate has 18cms of dimension with the depth of 3cm.

Square bowl

(Dimension 80mm X 80mm, Depth 30mm)

This plate has the dimension of 8cm every side and with the depth of 3cm.

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Round medium bowl

(Dimension 220mm, Depth 30mm)

This plate has dimension of 22cms and with the depth of 3cms.

Heart shaped small blow

(DEPTH 30MM)
This plate has the depth of 3cms.

ROUND SMALL BOWL

(Dimension 80mm, Depth 30mm).

This plate has the dimension of 8cms with the depth of 3cms.

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SPOONS

This spoon has the depth 2cms.

(Depth 20mm)

MANUFACTURING PROCESS:

PICTURE (11)

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PICTURE OF MANUFACTURING ARECA LEAF:

SOME OF THE PICTURES OF MANUFACTURING MACHINES:

Picture (13)

These are the hydraulic machines/ electric machines. It is a automated machine which
works on electricity

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Picture (14)

These are the machines which are used by the help of gas (LPG GAS). These machines
don’t need any ele help this works on the LPG GAS.

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OWNERSHIP PATTERN:

Proprietor

Admin

Store & Manufacturing Processing & Shipping

Manager Manager

Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor

Superviso
r

STAFF:
Staff requirement is designed to ensure that those on board have the primary focus as
customer service with a high level of product process knowledge and operation
excellence. Introduction and training program are designed to conduct for all
employees at regular basis to ensure that these levels are continually enhanced
feedback for continuous improvement in solicited from all understood. Being an
organization susceptible and the changes are all understood. Being an organization to
frequent changes in policy so as to suit business needs that require being a learning
organization fulfil by the system and processing which document all changes and
feedback received. Development programs are conducted by MYLAR ARECA
PRODUCTS every six months only for persons who are in the quality checking team.
This helps to improve their skill and knowledge.

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STRUCTURE:
The design of organizational structure is a critical task of the top management of an
organization. It is the skeleton of the whole organizational and edifice. Organization
structure refers to the relatively more durable organizational arrangement and
relationships. It prescribes the formal relationship among various position and activities.
Arrangements about reporting relationship how an organizational member is to
communicate with other members, what role he is to perform by member are all part of
the organizational structure.

Organizational structure performs their major functions

• It reduces external uncertainty through forecasting research and planning in the
organization
• It reduces internal uncertainty arises out of variable, unpredictable, random human
behavior within the organization through control mechanisms.
• It undertakes a wide verity of activities through devices such as
departmentalization, specialization, division and labour of delegation of authority.
• It enables the organization to keep its activities coordinated and to have
focused in the midst of diversity in the pursuit its objectives.

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SYSTEM:
The management believes in the utilization of cutting-edge technology of deliver world-
class products and services. The company has made huge investments in technological
resources to ensure the products dare superior and the services delivery in the terms of
these products offering standard. The system of MYLAR ARECA PRODUCTS clearly
shows the formal processes and procedures used to manage the organization, including
the organization structure.

Control system, performance management measurement and reward system, planning

budgeting and information system. The follow the button to top approach in decision
making.

System in the 7s frame work refer to all the rules, regulation & procedures, both
formal & informal that complement the organization together, consisting of management
information system, production planning & control system, cost accounting, procedures,
capital budgeting system recruitment, training& development system, planning &
budgeting system, performance evaluation system.

 Recruitment system:
In company recruitment is under taken when the need for man power arises on the
permanent basis for a particular period. In the external sources they prefer advertising in
newspapers. They give the details of job requirements.

 Selection System:
Selection is the process of choosing the most suitable person out of all the applicants. The
selection process of MYLAR ARECA PRODUCTS is carried out by their experience in
working and how they check the quality of the product for all candidates and candidate
will be selected based on his performance.

 Induction and Orientation System:

It is a process of familiarizing the new employee with the work environment and the
fellow employees. The enrichment and planning manager conducts the program. Here the

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new employees will be aware to the rules and regulations, policies, history, products,
disciplinary, procedures, standing orders, grievance procedures and so on.

 Training System:
In MYLAR ARECA PRODUCTS human resource department conduct training. The
enrichment and planning manager comes out with training programs. They provide
various training programs for employee during a year. They provide training on
• Technical improvement. System practice.
• Procedure techniques. Book keeping.
• Safety.
• Account maintenance.

 Performance appraisal system:

The Performance appraisal is done for the evaluation of the employee’s performance for
their work. In MAP performance appraisal is made on the basis of traditional method.
The performance appraisal is conducted once in a year.

 Promotion System:
In MYLAR ARECA PRODUCTS promotion is based on the performance of the
individual to the both staff and workmen. They consider only seniority basis they not
consider the merit basis. Their quality of the products has made a promotion, the good
service has made their customers happy.

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STYLE:
The management believes in an open organization. It follows democratic style. Company
does note involves employees for taking any decision. The management will be taking
the decision itself may be in any area like production, decision, marketing decision.
Management itself take all finance decision.

Examples: in finance department if any decision are to be taken only by the top
management

If any finance requirement is needed or any approval relating to the finance matter. Then
finance department will prepare the forecasting report the senior finance manager and the
BOD is an important person to take any decision regarding management. But the
company allows workers suggestions or their problems to share.

SKILL:
In company employees are to be required on the basis of their working skills. Training
facilities be provided to both employees both internal and external. There are 3 types of
labours based on their skills they are
• Skilled labours.
• Semi-skilled labours.
• Un-skilled labours.

Infrastructure:
Land & Building:
The organisation is having an own land space at 70000 sqft.
• Raw material storage godown.
• Washing area.
• Production department.
• Quality checking department.
• Finished goods storage area.

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Power:
power is used in 3 ways.
• Electricity -15000 units/month.
• Diesel - 1250 to 1600 lts/month.
• LPG -500kg/month.

Machinery:
Machines Number of machines
Pressing machines 77
Buffing machines 20
Seal machine
 Manual machine 7500 pc/hour
 Semi-auto machine 12500pc/hour
 Auto machine 30000pc/hour
Carton sealing machine Assists processing of 2000 cartons per hour
Chopping machine Cattle feed 800kg per hours

SINGLE DIE MACHINE

Dimensions 60 X 30 X40
Power Consumption 1 Kw
Motor Power Supply Single/Three
Heaters 1Kw
Attached Die Details 12’ round/4’ bowl
No. of EI MCB 2

DOUBLE DIE MACHINE

Dimensions 60 X 30 X48
Power Consumption 1 Kw
Motor Power Supply Single/Three
Heaters 1.5Kw
Attached Die Details 12’ round/4’ bowl
No. of EI MCB 3

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THREE DIE MACHINE

Dimensions 60 X 30 X 75
Power Consumption 1.5 Kw
Motor Power Supply Single/Three
Heaters 2 Kw
Attached Die Details 12’ round/4’ bowl/ 3’ bowl
No. of EI MCB 4

FOUR DIE MACHINE

Dimensions 60 X 30 X 90
Power Consumption 2 Kw
Motor Power Supply Three
Heaters 2 Kw
Attached Die Details 12’ round/ 10’ round/4’ bowl/ 3’ bowl
No. of EI MCB 5

FIVE DIE MACHINE

Dimensions 60 X 30 X 120
Power Consumption 2.5 Kw
Motor Power Supply Three
Heaters 2.5 Kw
Attached Die Details 12’ round/ 10’ round/4’ bowl/ 6’ bowl/3’ bowl
No. of EI MCB 6

SIX DIE MACHINE

Dimensions 60 X 30 X 120
Consumption 2.5 Kw
Motor Power Supply Three
Heaters 2.5 Kw
Attached Die Details 12’ round/ 10’ round/4’ bowl/ 6’ bowl/3’ bowl
No. of EI MCB 7

Competitors Information:

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SJP Green plates, Tippu nagar street, Shivamogga. Taj ECO Plates unit,
Manchinehalli, Shivamogga. Kavya areca nut marketing, Bhadravathi.

Future Growth & Prospects:

The organisation is planning to open Two more branches in Shivamogga

STRATEGY:
It refers to set of decision and actions aimed at sustainable competitive
advantage. The business strategy emphasizes the following:
Increase the market sales.
• Reduced cost of production.
• Increase company performance.
• To meet social responsibility.
• Produce always a quality product.
• Maintain the export and import quality of the product
District. To become a leading exporters of Areca products.

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SWOT Analysis:
SWOT analysis is a critical planning approach for evaluating the Strengths,
Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats associated with a task or project. It entails
establishing the goal of the effort or project and differentiating the positive and negative
internal and external aspects in order to achieve that impartial.

A SWOT investigation should initially begin with characterizing an ideal end state
or objective. SWOT investigation might be fused into the essential arranging model. Key
Planning has been the subject of much exploration.

Strength:
• The company has good reputation in the export of areca products in the region.
• State of art technology, makes the low cost of production of products.
• Use of selected areca leaves in the production.
• Rural women empowerment.
• Eco-friendly product.

Weakness:
• Poor online occurrence.
• Less publicizing compared to rivals.
• No presence in the resident markets.
• Destruction of raw materials due to open space storage.

Opportunities:
• Using online business to growth in export business.
• Concentrating on local distribution network to increase existence of a company.
• Fasting growing segment.
• Changing life style of publics.

Threats:
• Increased competition among rivals.
• Rapidly increasing of commission agents in rural area.
• Must store the raw material in the dry place if it gets wet then fungus will spoil
the raw materials.

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• No stable local market as in some months marriages functions will not take place.
• As the demand goes high in the rainy season raw material cost will also be high at
that time.

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CHAPTER -4
DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

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1. What are the diseases and pest affecting the tree

NO. OF PERCENTAG
DISEASES PERSONS E
KOLE RAG 15 30
NUT SPLITTING 13 26
LEAF SPOT 7 14
OTHER 15 30
TOTAL 50 100

SOURCE: SURVEY

30

25

20

15

10

0
KOLE RAG NUT SPLITTING LEAF SPOT OTHER

NO. OF PERSONS PERCENTAGE

Analysis and Interpretation:

The above table reveal’s that the large number of respondent’s crop is effected by
KOLE RAG, OTHERS and they are 30 percent each, which is 60 percent in total. The
second most affected NUT SPLITTING and are 26 percent of it. The least affected disease
is LEAF SPOT which is around 14 percent.

2. Is area plantation is affected by any animals

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NO. OF PERCENTAG
ANIMALS PERSONS E
MONKEY 18 36
BIRDS 12 24
OTHERS 17 34
TOTAL 50 100
SOURCE: SURVEY

NO. OF PERSONS

34% 36% MONKEY

BIRDS
OTHERS

24%

Analysis and Interpretation:

The above table reveals that the plantation affected by animals, in which the MONKEY is
affecting the major respondent crop by 36 percent, the second most is OTHER animals of
34 percent, the least affecting is the BIRDS of 24 percent to the respondent crop.

3. How many leaves does a single areca plant shed in a year

LEAF SHED NO. OF PERCENTAG

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1 to 3 24 48
3 to 5 26 52
TOTAL 50 100

PERCENTAGE

NO. OF PERSONS

0 20 40 60 80 100 120

1 to 3 3 to 5

SOURCE: SURVEY
Analysis and Interpretation:
The above table reveals that the number of leaf shed for single plant in a year is around 3
to 5 leaf which is a maximum and 1 to 3 is the least number of leaf a plant shed in a year.

4. Do you collect fallen leaves and store

FALLEN LEAF NO. OF PERCENTAG

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YES 48 96
NO 2 4
TOTAL 50 100

Chart Title
160

140

120

100

80

60

40

20

0
YES NO

NO. OF PERSONS PERCENTAGE

Analysis and Interpretation:

The data collected on fallen leaf tells the major number of people collect which is 98
percent and just 2 percent of people ignore.

5. What do you do with the fallen leaves

COLLECTED/FALLEN LEAF NO. OF PERCENTAG

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PERSONS E
STORE THEM 48 96
LET THEM ROT 2 4
TOTAL 50 100
SOURCE: SURVEY

120

100

80

60

40

20

0
STORE THEM LET THEM ROT

NO. OF PERSONS PERCENTAGE

Analysis and Interpretation:

This above table has the details of what people do to the collected leaf, 96 percent of leaf
is stored and 4 percent of it is let them rot.

6. How do you dispose the stored leaves

NO. OF PERCENTAG
MODES OF DISPOSE PERSONS E

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AGENT 21 42
DIRECT TO THE FACTORY 14 28
SELF USE 11 22
NONE OF THE ABOVE 4 8
TOTAL 50 100

SOURCE: SURVEY

NONE OF THE ABOVE

SELF USE

DIRECT TO THE FACTORY

AGENT

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70

NO. OF PERSONS PERCENTAGE

Analysis and Interpretation: The above table reveal’s that how they dispose the stored
leaves, here 42 percent of the people sell to the agents, 28 percent of people directly sell
to the factory and 22 percent of people make it for self use and the least of it just 8 percent
of people use for other purpose, none of the above.

7. What is the method of sale adopted

NO. OF PERCENTAG
METHOD OF SALE PERSONS E

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AUCTION 14 28
TENDER 18 36
DIRECT TO THE MANUFACTURER 18 36
TOTAL 50 100

SOURCE: SURVEY

DIRECT TO THE MANUFACTURER

TENDER

AUCTION

0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40

PERCENTAGE NO. OF PERSONS

Analysis and Interpretation:

This table explains the METHOD OF SALE of the areca leaves by the respondents, the
major reply by the respondent is TENDER and SELL DIRECTLY TO THE
MANUFACTURERS OF 36 percent of each and least method of selling is through
AUCTION of 28 percent by the respondent.

8. Any problem in selling through agent

ISSUES IN SELLING NO. OF PERCENTAG

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PERSONS E
YES 21 42
NO 29 58
TOTAL 50 100

SOURCE: SURVEY

Char t Title
NO. OF PERSONS PERCENTAGE

NO; 58

60 YES; 42
50 NO; 29
40 YES; 21
30
20
10
0
YES NO

Analysis and Interpretation: Issues occurred while selling the leaves, the survey reveals
that, more number of respondent was facing NO issue with 58 percent and 48 percent of
respondent facing issue selling through agents.

9. What is your expected rate per single fallen leaves

PRICE EXPECTATION NO. OF PERCENTAG

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PERSONS E
0.5 rupees 9 18
0.5 to 1.5 18 36
1.5 to 2.5 15 30
2.5 to 3 4 8

SOURCE: SURVEY

NO. OF PERSONS

0.5 rs 0.5 to 1.5 1.5 to 2.5 2.5 to 3

Analysis and Interpretation: More number of respondent expect 0.5 to 1.5 rupees of 36
percent and 1.5 to 2.5 rupees by 30 percent of respondent, and an average of 0.5 by 18
percent and by the least respondent with maximum of 2.5 to 3 rupees per leaf.

10. Do you get immediate payment on sale

PAYMENT NO. OF PERCENTAG

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PERSONS E
YES 35 70
NO 15 30
TOTAL 50 100

SOURCE: SURVEY
80

70

60

50

40

30

20

10

0
YES NO

NO. OF PERSONS PERCENTAGE

Analysis and Interpretation:

Most of the respondent get immediate payment (70%), few of respondent have delay in
the payment (30%).

11. Do you get any advances from agent or factory

ADVANCE NO. OF PERCENTAG

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PERSONS E
YES 27 54
NO 23 46
TOTAL 50 100
SOURCE: SURVEY

60

50

40

30

20

10

0
YES NO

NO. OF PERSONS PERCENTAGE

Analysis and Interpretation:

The above table gives the data of agent making advance payment to the respondent, here
almost 54 percent of respondent receive advance for the leaves and the rest receive no
such advance for the leaves with agents of 46 percent.

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FINDINGS, SUGGESTIONS AND CONCLUSION

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FINDINGS
• The diseases affecting most of cultivators plantation is kole raga and others
diseases Most of the an animals affecting areca plantation are other animals like
squirrel and rats Areca plant usually shed 3 to 5 leaves in a year
• Most of the cultivators collect fallen leaves and store but few let them rot The
more number farmers dispose the stored leaves to agents rather than to factory
directly
• Highest number of areca cultivator adopt auction and tender method for the sale of
areca leaf The cultivators expect 0.5 to 1.5 rs and 1.5 to 2.5 rate per single fallen
leaf
• Cultivators don’t get immediate -payment on sale Highest number of respondents
get advance from the agent
• Most of agent don’t charge interest on advance More number of respondents have
given the opinion that areca products can replace plastic and paper products but
few respondents thinks that it cannot replace plastic and paper product
• More of respondents say that areca helps to control soil pollution and increase
fertility but few think its not nature friendly
• Most of the respondents think not to setup areca plant leaf processing unit

Suggestions
• The industry has to provide proper knowledge to farmers to control kole rag
diseases by giving information about fertilizers and chemical spray that helps
them protect areca plant
• To protect areca plantations from rats and squirrels industry should provide proper
intelligence to the farmers about sound making fire crackers that avoid animals
• Most of the cultivators collect fallen leaf but they holding small area plantation
but few large farmers don’t collect fallen leaf as they have high income form nut
itself so they don’t show any interest in collecting fallen areca leaf so industry
should suggest them to collect fallen leaf and store so that it helps increase in raw
material supply for the industry
• Most number of farmers dispose fallen leaf trough agents but industry should take
proper measures and should help in transportation to attract farmers so that they
directly dispose stored fallen leaf to the industry

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• Cultivators don’t get immediate payment on sale of stored areca leaf when sold to
agent Industry should provide instant payment to the areca plant farmers so that
they directly dispose the leaf to industry it directly helps in avoiding higher
payment to the commission to agents
• Most agents provide advances to farmers industry should adopt same and provide
more befits so it attracts farmers and helps industry in cost reduction of raw
material which helps In lowering of process costing
• in the survey we got know that most farmers think that areca leaf products can
replace plastic products but few think cannot replace plastic products they should
be provided with proper knowledge about areca leaf products nature friendliness
so they show interest in collecting and storing and disposing fallen leaf
• most of respondents think areca leaf processed products are eco friendly but few
have misconception about areca leaf products .
• industry should provide them some knowledge about the products nature
friendliness so they start showing interest in collecting and disposing fallen leaf
whit directly helps industry in increase in inflow of raw material
• farmers expect 0.5 to 2.5 from agents but if industry provide bit price it avoids
agent and brokers so that is creates a network between farmers and industry so that
it avoids damage of raw material while transporting
• most of respondents not willing to setup areca plant leaf based processing unit
they should be provided knowledge about these products and processing of areca
leaf so that it increases overall production and help in increase in country GDP
growth.

Conclusion
Large amount of areca leaf is given by small land holders. But to improve productivity,
they have problems like financial assistance, high wages and high rate of fertilizers etc.
To overcome these problems, small land holders should be provided with the long term
loans and Government and also industry should provide supporting prices for the
fertilizers and their products. National and Rural development banks must activate in this
direction. Steps must be taken to attract more consumers for the areca leaf products.

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It is observed that the current "good value" of the areca leaf products is due to
"international demand and local demand The care must be taken so that areca leaf
products should be Independent of such commercial items.

It is necessary for the management to suit its processing infrastructure to the needs of
growers with in its process , managerial and financial setup. All areca nut growers should
be properly assisted and given proper idea how to store fallen areca leaf in condition and
inform them about benefit Industry should inform all areca farmers about areca leaf and it
can be income source to them

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ANNEXURE
Bibliography
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Herewith I’ m inviting you to participate in this research by completing the

following survey. I am doing a project report on “A study on Process management of
Areca Leaf Products with Special references to Mylar Areca Products, Shivamogga ”. The
following questionnaire will require approximately 5 to 10 minutes to complete. Thank
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a) Irrigated
b) Non-Irrigated
5. Annual Income
a) Below 25000 c) 35000-55000
b) 25000-35000 d) 55000 above
6. Land owned in acres
a) 0.5-3 b) 3-5 c)5-15 d) 15 and above
7. Do you grow areca tree
a) Yes b) No
8. Arecanut yield in ton raw
Per acre
a) Below 5
b) 5-10
c) 10-15
d) 15 and above
9. What are the diseases and pest affect the tree
a) Kolerag

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b) Seaf spot
c) Nut splitting
d) Other
10. Is area plantation is affected by any animals
a) Monkey
b) Birds
c) Others
11. How many leaves does a single areca plant shed in a year
a) 1-3
b) 3-5
12. Do you collect fallen leaves and store
a) Yes b) no
13. What do you do with the fallen leaves
a) Store them
b) Let them rot
14. How do you dispose the stored leaves
a) Agent
b) Direct to the factory
c) Self-use
d) None of the above
15. What is the method of sale adopted
a) Auction
b) Tender
c) Direct to the manufacturer
16. Any problem in selling through agent
a) yes(if yes please mention)
b) no

17. What is your expected rate per single fallen leaves

a) 0.5rs b) 0.5 to 1.5 c)1.5 to 2.5 d)2.5 to 3

18. Do you get immediate payment on sale

a) yes b) no

19. Do you get any advance from agent or factory

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a) yes b) no

20. Does they charge you interest or advance

a) Yes b) no

21. Does this areca products have a better future according to you

a) yes b) no

22. Do you think this areca products (plates, cups, spoon) can replace plastic and paper
products

a) yes b) no

23. Can this areca products help to control pollution

a) yes b) no

24. Are you planning to setup areca products unit

a) yes b) no

25. Your opinion towards areca products (plates, cups, spoons)

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