includes bibliographical references and index.

Preface
1. Agro-climatic zones and crop classification.
2. Seeds, wowing, stand establishment & crop classification.
3. Harvesting of crops, crop-yields and their storage.
4. Cereal or grain crops.
5. Agricultural investment, production capacity and productivity.
6. Post harvest technology and value addition.
7. Retail business and supply chain management.
8. Framing stores and warehouses.
9. Role of logistics and supply chain management in organized retail.
Bibliography
Index

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