Technical Efficiency of Small Scale Food and Beverage ...
the analysis showed that there were 9 efficient small scale enterprises (SSE) and the remaining was inefficient. The mean technical efficiency was 0.79. Overall, there were 3 SSE in a condition of constant return to scale, 3 SSE in a condition of increasing return to scale and 29 SSE in a condition of ...
The Efficiency of Small-Scale Agriculture in Limpopo ...
The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficiency of the small scale farmers for the production year 2006/2007 in Limpopo province using policy analysis matrix. A total of twelve production systems were selected. Result shows that all were profitable under market condition with existing policies and all except Dry land maize had comparative advantage suggesting efficiency in the systems.
TECHNICAL EFFICIENCY OF SMALL-SCALE MAIZE …
The objective of the study was to determine the level of technical efficiency of small-scale maize producers and to identify the socio-economic features that influence technical efficiency among maize farmers. Questionnaire, interview and focus group discussion were used to collect primary data from 120 small-scale farmers. Cobb-
A Stochastic Production Frontier Approach: Determinants of ...
The results indicated that, the minimum and maximum technical efficiency score of small-scale tea framers where 26% and 93% respectively, the mean for technical efficiency for these farmers was estimated at 60%. The study further revealed that on average 70% of contract tea out-growers and 59.1% of non-contract tea out-growers attained over 70% ...
On the Superior Efficiency of Small-Scale Organization
On the Superior Efficiency of Small-Scale Organization (Intended as a companion piece to On the Irrationality of Large Organizations). I recently posted on the diverse, decentralized economy of the Emilia Romagna region of northern Italy. Now Eugene Plawiuk writes on a similar theme about ...
Maximizing flexibility for small-scale LNG
efficiency for small-scale LNG plants As the demand for liquified natural gas (LNG) grows — both as a fuel source and for power generation — producers are increasingly looking toward small-scale LNG (SSLNG) plants to provide the output and flexibility they require.
Analysis of Technical Efficiency of Small-Scale Rice ...
The results showed that out of 144 small-scale rice farmers, only nine farmers and 14 farmers were evaluated as strongly efficient and weakly efficient, respectively, while the rest were categorized as inefficient. The average values for OTE, PTE, and SE were 0.41, 0.63, and 0.61, respectively.
THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL PLANNING ON THE PROFITABILITY …
This project is base on the impact of financial planning on the profitability and efficiency of the small scale industries with particular reference to those in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Before I proceed, it is therefore necessary to give a historical back ground of Orumba North Local Government Area.
Small Scale Wind Turbines Optimized for Low Wind Speeds
A slightly more efficient design (see Figure 4) was studied by Modi [3]. This design, although slightly more efficient, is much more complicated to manufacture and ensure perfect alignment. Ultimately, it was decided that the savings in manufacturing cost and reliability was more important than a small increase in efficiency. Figure 4.
The Effect of Financial Literacy on the Efficiency of ...
financial literacy on the efficiency of small-scale enterprises in Abia State, Nigeria. A review of related literature was carried out to examine the extent of work done in the field. Carefully structured questionnaires were used to collect data on the perceived financial literacy of small- …
Field guide to improve water use efficiency in small-scale ...
Enhancing water use efficiency requires actions at all levels, from agricultural practitioners to scheme managers, and up to the policy-makers. The objective of this Guide Book is to show practical measures to improve water use efficiency in small-scale agriculture based on case studies from Burkina Faso, Morocco and Uganda.
WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects | Bureau ...
Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects. Through the WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects Reclamation provides 50/50 cost share funding to irrigation and water districts, tribes, states and other entities with water or power delivery authority for small water efficiency improvements that have been identified through previous planning efforts.
Small scale corporate model and rice farming efficiency ...
The management of agricultural land tenure systems through the Small Scale Corporate Farming (SSCF) model improved farming efficiency in terms of agricultural production equipment, machinery, and labor utilization. In addition, it also improved the effectiveness of …
Energy Efficiency of small Induction Machines: Comparison ...
Clearly for small-scale generation, the induction machine certainly can compete with other generator technologies. However, since the induction machine mostly is used as a motor, the manufacturers' catalogues only mention motor efficiency values. Whereas for the designer of small-scale energy production units it is important to have correct
Small Scale Vs Large Scale Wind Turbines - Synergy Files
The peak efficiency of a very well designed small scale turbine can reach 35% whereas for larger turbines, figures around 40% are more commonly noted. Although the difference might not look very alarming but it should be noted that peak efficiency for small scale turbine is reached for only a fraction of the time when operating in the field.
Small Hydropower Systems: Energy Efficiency and Renewable ...
Small-scale hydropower systems are those that generate between .01 to 30 MW of electricity. Hydropower systems that gen-erate up to 100 kilowatts (kW) of electricity are often called microhydro systems. Most of the systems used by home and small busi-ness owners would qualify as microhydro systems. In fact, a 10 kW system generally
WaterSMART Grants: Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects
Through Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects, Reclamation provides assistance to States, Tribes, irrigation districts, water districts, and other entities with water or power delivery authority to undertake small-scale water efficiency projects that have been prioritized through planning efforts led by …
Techno-economic calculations of small-scale hydrogen ...
The techno-economic analyses performed in the two case studies described above show that the cost-efficiency of small-scale hydrogen supply systems is significantly influenced by the scale of the hydrogen production plant and the refueling option (350 or 700 bar). Another important factor that strongly affects the hydrogen production costs is ...
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At SUMMIT, we specialize in creating an extensive line of refrigeration, housecare, and cooking products that maximize efficiency without taking up space. From single burner cooktops to stackable refrigerator-freezer sets in less than 15" of width, we offer more possibilities for small homes. Explore our line of tiny house and micro-apartment ...
Original Article Asian J Agri Biol, 2014, 2(4):224-234 ...
the efficiency levels from the production function and propensity score matching was employed to measure the impact of small scale irrigation on farm s‟ technical efficiency. The critical assumption behind the model is that the deviation of output from the frontier is due to inefficiency and random shocks.
Bigger is not always better: how small scale wind turbines ...
Halo Energy has developed a shrouded wind turbine that brings efficient energy production to small-scale turbines, which could improve the performance of US wind and address imbalances in the sector. JP Casey found out more. "We're very excited because just as megawatt-scale wind is a large market, I think distributed wind can be as big of ...
Does specialization affect the efficiency of small-scale ...
We use a stochastic frontier approach to estimate the technology and the technical efficiency of a sample of small-scale fishing boats in the Spanish island of Gran Canaria. Using a model that allows for the determinants of inefficiency, we find that boat efficiency increases with boat size while it is inversely related to the age of the vessel.
Small Wind Electric Systems | Department of Energy
A wind electric system is made up of a wind turbine mounted on a tower to provide better access to stronger winds. In addition to the turbine and tower, small wind electric systems also require balance-of-system components. Turbines. Most small wind turbines manufactured today are horizontal-axis, upwind machines that have two or three blades.
Small Efficiency Dwelling Units - SDCI | seattle.gov
Each small efficiency dwelling unit must have a minimum room size of 150 square feet and a full kitchen or kitchenette, and must meet the requirements in Director's Rule 9-2017, Small Efficiency Dwelling Units. Certain congregate residences, such as college dormitories and state licensed senior housing, are allowed in all zones that allow ...
Technical and Chemical Input Use Efficiencies of Small ...
The efficiency of small-scale farmers is important to eliminate the productivity gap between large scale who are more efficient and small scale who are inefficient sugarcane growers (Rios and Shively, 2005). The inefficiency of small scale sugarcane growers stems from them having limited land, labour, capital and farming acumen.
James Madison University - CASE: Small Scale Efficiency
CASE: Small Scale Efficiency. At the Center for the Advancement of Sustainable Energy we make efforts daily to be reduce our energy consumption associated with normal, everyday activities, by turning off computers and lights while not in use.
Economies of Scale and Cost Efficiency in Small Scale ...
CiteSeerX - Document Details (Isaac Councill, Lee Giles, Pradeep Teregowda): ABSTRACT This paper presents empirical study of economies of scale and cost efficiency of small scale maize production in Ondo State of Nigeria, using farm level survey data collected from 200 farms in the study area. The results shows that there is a relative presence of economies of scale among the farmers meaning ...
Economic Efficiency of Small Scale Farmers in Zambia
of the farms in these nationally representative surveys are in the small-scale (0.1 to 5.0 hectares) category, with the mean area per small-scale farm being 1.4 hectares. About 4% of the farms are in the "medium-scale" category (Zulu at el, 2008). The average, maize productivity among these smallholder farmers ranges between 1.2 and 1.6 metric
EnergyEfficiency in Small Scale Industries: An ...
energy efficiency small scale industry is to use a cluster based approach wherein energy efficient technologies and practices can be demonstrated to a group ofcompanies located in close geographic proximity.. In India, a large portion ofthe. SSI activity is geographically clustered.
Growth and Efficiency of Small Scale Industry and its ...
The purpose of this study is to analyze the growth, efficiency, causes of sickness of small scale industry, emergence of entrepreneur and competencies of entrepreneurs at Larkana estate area of Sindh Province. The study examines the educational background of the entrepreneurs of small scale industry who are the helm of affairs and its impact on the