Rating Rationale
May 07, 2018 | Mumbai
Kashvi Agritech Private Limited
'CRISIL B+/Stable' assigned to bank debt
 
Rating Action
Total Bank Loan Facilities Rated Rs.12 Crore
Long Term Rating CRISIL B+/Stable (Assigned)
1 crore = 10 million
Refer to annexure for Details of Instruments & Bank Facilities
Detailed Rationale

CRISIL has assigned its 'CRISIL B+/Stable' rating to the bank facilities of Kashvi Agritech Private Limited (KAPL). The ratings reflect KAPL's exposures to risks associated with stabilisation phase and initial stages of operations, a below average financial risk profile and vulnerability to risks inherent in the poultry industry. These rating weaknesses are partially offset by considerable entrepreneurial experience and financial flexibility of promoters.

Key Rating Drivers & Detailed Description
Weaknesses
* Initial stages of operations
KAPL commenced commercial operations from April 2017 only and hence is yet to establish its market position and demonstrate a track record of generating profitability and prudent working capital management. The business profile is currently constrained because of KAPL being in stabilisation phase and the fact that it is likely to face initial teething problems. CRISIL believes that stabilization of the company's operations at the earliest would be a key factor for improving the business risk profile of the company.

* Below average financial risk profile
KAPL had a small net worth of around Rs 1.17 crore as on March 31, 2017. The same though may improve on account of equity infusion of around Rs 2 crores in fiscal 2018 is likely to remain constrained on account of the expected net losses driven by high depreciation and interest cost during the initial stages. KAPL had a high gearing of around 5.33 times as on 31st March 2017. The gearing, though has improved with equity infusion made in fiscal 2018 is likely to remain high and may deteriorate marginally from current levels on account of the proposed new term loan of Rs 5 crores for capacity enhancement.

* Vulnerability to risks inherent in poultry industry and intense competition
The poultry industry is driven by regional demand and supply, because of transportation constraints and the perishable nature of the products. Low entry barriers in the form of low capital requirement facilitate entry of unorganized players. Also, limited brand recall intensifies competition from unorganized players on a regional basis. The poultry industry is also vulnerable to outbreaks of diseases, which could lead to decline in sales volume and selling price. Diseases can also impact production of healthy chicks. The inherent industry risks will, however, continue to be a constraint for players in the poultry industry.

Strengths
* Considerable entrepreneurial experience and financial flexibility of promoters
KAPL is promoted by Odisha based Mr Debebrata Behera along with his wife, Ms Susmita Behera. Mr Behera, a civil engineer, is well-established in Keonjhar with diverse business interests - hotel industry (M/s Kashvi International), real estate as well as logistics business (D.B. Roadways), commercial mall iron ore trading (Kashvi Power and Steel Pvt Ltd; rated 'CRISIL BB-/Stable/CRISIL A4+'). Over the years, they have developed strong relations and liaison with the administrative people in Keonjhar which augurs well for the business profile. The promoters also have an ability to infuse funds into KAPL as and when required. The same has been witnessed in group companies also.
Outlook: Stable

CRISIL expects KAPL will maintain its business risk profile over the medium term backed by healthy demand for eggs in Odisha. The outlook may be revised to 'Positive' if there is a substantial and sustained increase in its scale of operation and cash accrual along with efficient working capital management leading to improvement in its financial risk profile. Conversely, the outlook may be revised to 'Negative' in case of lower than expected accruals, stretch in working capital cycle, or if KAPL undertakes any large debt funded capex, leading to deterioration in its overall financial risk profile, particularly liquidity.

About the Company

Incorporated in 2011, KAPL operates a poultry layer farm in Keonjhar, Odisha. Mr Debabrata Behera and Ms Susmita Behera are the directors of the company. The unit commenced commercial operations from April 2017 onwards.

Key Financial Indicators
Particulars Unit 2017* 2016*
Revenue Rs. Cr. NA NA
Profit After Tax (PAT) Rs. Cr. -4 -3
PAT Margins % NA NA
Adjusted debt/Adjusted networth Times 5.33 -38.25
Interest coverage Times NA -0.33
*Commercial operation yet to commence

Any other information: Not applicable

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Annexure - Details of Instrument(s)
ISIN Name of Instrument Date of Allotment Coupon Rate (%) Maturity Date Issue Size
(Rs cr)
Rating Assigned with Outlook
NA Proposed Term Loan NA NA NA 5.0 CRISIL B+/Stable
NA Term Loan NA NA Oct-2024 7.0 CRISIL B+/Stable
Annexure - Rating History for last 3 Years
  Current 2018 (History) 2017  2016  2015  Start of 2015
Instrument Type Outstanding Amount Rating Date Rating Date Rating Date Rating Date Rating Rating
Fund-based Bank Facilities  LT/ST  12.00  CRISIL B+/Stable    --    --    --    --  -- 
All amounts are in Rs.Cr.
Annexure - Details of various bank facilities
Current facilities Previous facilities
Facility Amount (Rs.Crore) Rating Facility Amount (Rs.Crore) Rating
Proposed Term Loan 5 CRISIL B+/Stable -- 0 --
Term Loan 7 CRISIL B+/Stable -- 0 --
Total 12 -- Total 0 --
Links to related criteria
CRISILs Approach to Financial Ratios
CRISILs Bank Loan Ratings - process, scale and default recognition
Rating criteria for manufaturing and service sector companies
CRISILs Criteria for rating short term debt

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