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Kiyoumars Zarafshani, Marziyrh Keshavarz, Tahereh Malaki,
Volume 3, Issue 7 (6-2014)
Abstract

Different countries have been affected harmfully by drought as a natural hazard affected by harmfully. Iran has been subjected by consequences of harmful drought consequences. It is argued that rural households due to their high level of dependency on agricultural economy are not well equipped to deal with this multi-dementia phenomenon. This study aims to evaluate the degree of the rural household’s potential regarding adopting drought. Statistical society composed of ٣٣٢٩ farmer households resided in Drudframan in Kermanshah County out of which ١٧٢ assigned as our sample. This study suggests that households are classified into low-median and high regarding their level of adoption to drought. It further suggests that out of ١٤ studied villages, the residents of Moradabad, Bozorgdar sofla, possess the highest level of adoption with respect to drought. This in turn demands the involvement of drought planners of the province in mitigation plans of the phenomena taking into consideration its causes and consequences, farmers and their vulnerability potential regarding adoption to droughtlevel.

Hossin Heydari, Qumars Zarafshani, Khadije Moradi,
Volume 4, Issue 11 (5-2015)
Abstract

Introduction:
Rural development requires special attention regarding human forces .Rural settlers as a prime human resources related to agriculture are a major leverage as far as rural development is concerned. Lack of social capital is being considered as missing chain with respect to economic growth and development in underdeveloped countries. It is agrued that social capital influences sustainable development from different aspact in developing countries including Iran. This is well justified by existance of their transient, unstable economy. Social capital is known world wide as a major determinent of rural development. However, this is not well experienced in Iran's rural geographical space. In other word, planners and policy makers overlooked this issue. This is being considered as the most prominent vacume as far as the rural development litriture is concerned. Both social capital and development possess complex nature. This in turn demands comprehensive and deep study. This could well be done via application of qualitative approach. This study aims to invastigate Farsinj rural development taken into account social capital in order to come up with associated development model.
Research method:
This paper applied qualitative approach using foundamental theory method. This theory is being considered as one of the qualitative research methods. It ia besed on inductive approach using real situation for determination of the components of a problem. Statistical society was comprised of key aware folks in Farsinj village located in songhor koliayee which were chosen through targeted snow ball sampling technique. The study area is center of parsineh which is located in cold mountainous climatic zone. Based on 1390 census, it houses over 2355 with 663 households. Data gathering were done via individual semi structured interview as well as concentrated groups and direct observation resulted in field notes. The application of multi data gathering techniques in qualitative research named trianglizaition increase the viability of the result. Compiling fifteen of those interviews, led to theoretical saturation at least after one hour. The resultant data in three stage that is open coding (conceptualizing and investigating), axis coding and selective coding, were analyzed. Open coding led to formation of 16 classes. The relationships between components were explored through application of axis coding. This led to formation of external social capital as a prime class or phenomena based on paradigm model. This model includes casual conditions and backgrounds, intervening conditions, as well as interaction, strategies and consequences.
Discussion and conclusion:
Farsinj village located in songhor koliayee is being known as one of the typical and pilot village in Kermanshah province. Based on the investigation, high level of education, number of existing occupations as well as the rural settler’s level of commitment, responsibility and the feeling of being served with regard to following the villages affairs are among the factors responsible for Farsinj being known as spectacular villages. It is argued that the feeling of being rival, high level of settler’s motivation and engagement of some of the folks in high ranking governmental possessions all would be important components formation of external social capital in the study area. Trust in outsiders, the existence of agriculture bank, high schools as well as getting married to the males outside their locality all led to formation of better opportunities for investment in the study area. All these factors have led to some positive outcomes including the provision of services to neighboring villages and being well known village in the area. Make it short; the level of development of the study area is highly associated with the formation of external social capital.

Kiumars Zarafshani, , Dr. ,
Volume 15, Issue 55 (Spring 2026)
Abstract

Objective: Saffron is a drought-resistant crop that has recently been promoted as an alternative agricultural product in Javanrud County, western Iran. Given the novelty of saffron cultivation in the region, this study aimed to assess its development potential and identify appropriate strategies for its expansion.
Methods: A mixed-methods case study approach was employed. The study population consisted of saffron growers and agricultural experts in Javanrud County. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 16 experienced saffron farmers and 10 agricultural specialists selected through purposive sampling. SWOT analysis was applied to identify internal and external factors affecting saffron cultivation. Subsequently, the Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) was used to prioritize development strategies.
Results: The results revealed seven major strengths, among which family-based production capacity and favorable regional conditions for saffron cultivation were the most important. Seven major weaknesses were also identified, including limited acceptance of saffron as a cropping pattern and inadequate packaging and marketing practices. Opportunities included the compatibility of saffron cultivation with the local climate and access to broader markets, while major threats involved market limitations and insufficient provision of inputs and equipment by agricultural support institutions. Overall, the aggressive (SO) strategy was identified as the most suitable development strategy.
Conclusions: The findings provide practical guidance for agricultural policymakers and extension organizations in Kermanshah Province and Javanrud County to formulate effective strategies for promoting sustainable saffron cultivation.




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