Question
What do you mean by promotion?

Answer

Promotion refers to all the activities undertaken by the producers to make the commodity known to the final users and trade. It includes advertising, word of mouth, press reports, incentives, commissions, awards, etc. Consumer schemes, direct marketing, contests, prizes, etc. also included in promotion.

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