Problem
Vasant Farm Fresh Case:
What are the typical post-harvest concerns for farmers, and what is the role of a collection center in integrated farm supply chains and in improving fresh produce distribution?
1. How does the supply chain network for VFF compare with traditional fresh produce distribution?
2. What profit does the farmer earn on produce, and how does this compare with the actual customer purchase price from the retail outlet?
3. List the produce attributes and other variables influencing demand for produce that affect the quantity to be procured by VFF.