An Empirical Study on Opportunities and Challenges to Commercialize Biodegradable Products in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada Districts of Karnataka, India
An Empirical Study on Opportunities and Challenges to Commercialize Biodegradable Products in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada Districts of Karnataka, India

Summary/Abstract: This research study aims to understand the opportunities and challenges faced by these families for mass production of biodegradable items. The data for the study was collected by using both personal interview and telephonic interview method. The Snowball sampling method is used in this study; in the first level, the biodegradable product sellers in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada market were contacted. They gave a few primary contacts of product producers; further, these primary contacts gave many references for succeeding interviews. A total of 60 respondents were interviewed for the study. Collected data are tabulated; further frequency tables and cross-tabulation techniques are used in the study to conclude. The study results revealed that the availability of raw materials for Areca nut leaves, Coconut coir and soil based bio-degradable products is abundantly available in Dakshina Kannada. However, the proper technological advancement has not happened to go for mass production. Hence, the cost of production of these items is really high compare to plastic items. For entrepreneurs who are technology ready to produce earthen pots and creeper baskets, Udupi and Dakshina Kannada could be a good destination.

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