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  1 - Pathology of Non- Acceptance Conservation Agriculture in Kermanshah Province by Using Paradigm Model
  mosayeb gholami amir alibygi abdolhamid papzan
  10.22034/jest.2020.35431.4271
  Background and Objective: Problems facing the agricultural sector of Kermanshah province, such as; emissions of greenhouse gases, soil erosion, excessive use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers have caused that in this province and there is no choice but to turn to c More

  Background and Objective: Problems facing the agricultural sector of Kermanshah province, such as; emissions of greenhouse gases, soil erosion, excessive use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers have caused that in this province and there is no choice but to turn to conservation agriculture. Despite promotional activities and programs to promote conservation agriculture, this has not been well received by farmers, and there are only a handful of farmers who use conservation agriculture. Therefore, the present study deals with the pathology of non-acceptance of conservation agriculture in Kermanshah province. Method: The research community in this research is the experts in the Agricultural conservation Office in Jihad Agricultural Organization of Kermanshah Province. Identification of the samples was done purposefully and using sampling with maximum diversity. The data gathering tool was interviewed and data analysis was content analysis and paradigm model of grounded theory. Findings: The results showed that there are countless factors that prevented farmers from accepting agricultural conservation, including factors such as lack of government support, economic and cultural problems, lack of access to equipment, etc. Discussion: Considering to findings research on the existence of supportive, economic and cultural barriers and the inability of farmers to deal with these dilemmas and problems., Therefore, it is recommended that planners and policymakers extension and develop agricultural conservation by removing barriers and holding suitable training courses and field visits to extension of agricultural conservation. Manuscript profile
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  2 - Typology of Experts' Attitudes on Constraints of Conservation Agriculture Development (A Q Methodology )
  Shahpar Geravandi Fereshte Moradi Mohamad Hossein Babaei
  10.30495/sarj.2021.1939172.1033
  In recent years، conservation agriculture has emerged as a multidimensional approach to the sustainable use of water and soil resources and the achievement of sustainable development goals. Despite the efforts، development process of this approach is slow and faces many More

  In recent years، conservation agriculture has emerged as a multidimensional approach to the sustainable use of water and soil resources and the achievement of sustainable development goals. Despite the efforts، development process of this approach is slow and faces many obstacles. In the present study، an attempt was made to examine the obstacles to the development of conservation agriculture from the mental dimension of the experts of the Research Center. The target population was the experts of Sararud Research Center in Kermanshah in 2019-2020 who were studied purposefully. In this regard, Q methodology was used. This method is one of the mixed research methods. Based on the findings of the Q-factor results، the number and manner of groupings show that the range of mindsets and opinions of experts regarding barriers to conservation agriculture have differences and similarities. Therefore، according to the purpose of studying Q and the criterion of interpretability of factors or groups, 5 categories (technology-centric، tradition-oriented، knowledge-centered, cognitive-centric, institution-centered) of the mentality and beliefs of experts in Sararud Research Center Kermanshah has been obtained. Each group had different mindsets and attitudes about barriers to the development of conservation agriculture. Given the prevailing mental model identified (central institution)، it is recommended that the government provide incentives and grants (loans، etc) to beneficiaries so that they can apply the method conservation agricultural farms. Manuscript profile
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  3 - Explaining the Factors Promoting the Development of Conservation Agriculture، Using Factor Analysis (Case Study: Boukan County)
  Amir Hmaekhani Loghman Rashidpour Solieman Rasouliazar
  10.30495/sarj.2022.1959875.1074
  Sustainability of agriculture requires a change from conventional methods to efficient methods that, while meeting the growing demand for food, take into account the security of future opportunities and maintain the quality and quantity of natural resources, including s More

  Sustainability of agriculture requires a change from conventional methods to efficient methods that, while meeting the growing demand for food, take into account the security of future opportunities and maintain the quality and quantity of natural resources, including soil. The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors promoting the development of conservation agriculture of of Boukan County in West Azerbaijan province. This research was descriptive-survey. Statistical population of the study was included all leading farmers of Boukan county (N: 85) that out of them, 70 sample were selected by Cochran Formula. The researcher-made questionnaire was used for data gathering that’s validity and reliability was confirmed by experts and Cronbach's alpha coefficient was 0.82. The research questionnaire consisted of factors facilitating conservation agriculture. The results of factor analysis showed that six factors included; infrastructure, educational, planning, economic and technological could explain about 73% of the variance of the factors promoting conservation agriculture. Manuscript profile
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  4 - Examining the Impact of Lead Farmer Approach on Follower Farmers’ Knowledge and Practice of Conservation Agriculture: A Case Study in Kalira Extension Planning Area, Ntchisi District, Malawi
  Daniel Devoted  Matemba Dalo Njera
  The Lead Farmer Approach (LFA) has emerged as a vital strategy for agricultural extension services in developing nations like Malawi, aiming to disseminate new technologies and practices among smallholder farmers. This study investigates the impact of LFA on follower fa More

  The Lead Farmer Approach (LFA) has emerged as a vital strategy for agricultural extension services in developing nations like Malawi, aiming to disseminate new technologies and practices among smallholder farmers. This study investigates the impact of LFA on follower farmers' (FFs) knowledge and practice of Conservation Agriculture (CA) in Malawi. Employing a mixed-methods research design, the study conducted household surveys and focus group discussions in the Kalira Environmental Protection Area, Ntchisi district. Results indicate a significant improvement (p < 0.05) in FFs' knowledge of CA post-LFA, with notable advancements in crop rotation and minimum soil disturbance understanding. The LFA also positively influenced FFs' CA practices, particularly in minimum soil disturbances, permanent ground cover, and integration of agroforestry trees. While intercropping and crop rotation showed no significant change, the overall impact underscores the effectiveness of LFA in enhancing FFs' understanding and adoption of sustainable agricultural practices. The findings contribute valuable insights for governments, development agencies, and researchers working toward promoting CA and sustainable agriculture through the LFA approach, emphasizing its potential scalability and long-term sustainability Manuscript profile
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  5 - Attitude of follower farmers towards lead farmer approach in facilitating Conservation Agriculture practices in Kalira Extension Planning Area in Ntchisi District, Malawi
  Daniel Matemba
  This study explores the attitude of follower farmers (FFs) towards lead farmers (LFs) in facilitating Conservation Agriculture (CA) practices in the Kalira Extension Planning Area of Ntchisi district, Malawi. Despite governmental efforts to promote CA through the Nation More

  This study explores the attitude of follower farmers (FFs) towards lead farmers (LFs) in facilitating Conservation Agriculture (CA) practices in the Kalira Extension Planning Area of Ntchisi district, Malawi. Despite governmental efforts to promote CA through the National Agriculture Policy of 2016, previous studies have indicated low adoption rates. This research employs a mixed methods approach, utilizing surveys and focus group discussions. Results reveal positive perceptions among FFs regarding LFs' competence in training, demonstrations, problem-solving, and other competencies. The majority of FFs perceive LFs as effective in imparting CA principles and conducting demonstrations. LFs' problem-solving abilities and additional competencies are well-regarded by FFs. The study concludes with a call for further research on socio-economic factors influencing sustained CA adoption and recommends establishing a continuous feedback loop between LFs and FFs to enhance knowledge exchange and address evolving challenges in CA practices. The findings contribute to the existing literature and provide valuable insights for agricultural and rural development initiatives. Manuscript profile
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  6 - Factors affecting lead farmers in facilitating conservation agriculture practices in Kalira Extension Planning Area in Ntchisi District, Malawi
  Daniel Matemba Dalo Njera
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  7 - Enhancing Farmer Productive Capacity: Case of Action Research Based Conservation Agriculture
  Christopher Tafara Gadzirayi Never Mafuse Vincent Munyati
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  8 - The Effects of tillage different methods and plant residues management on agro morphologic characteristic of wheat Var Sardari in dry land condition
  mohamad bagher jafari noor ali sajedi masoud Gomarian
  In order to evaluation of the effect of tillagedifferent methods and crop residue management on agromorphologic characteristicof wheat cv. Sardari in dry land condition, a field experiment was conducted asStrip plot based on randomized complete block design with four re More

  In order to evaluation of the effect of tillagedifferent methods and crop residue management on agromorphologic characteristicof wheat cv. Sardari in dry land condition, a field experiment was conducted asStrip plot based on randomized complete block design with four replication in2012. Factors examined include tillage in four levels: moldboard plow withdisk, chisel, compound tillage and direct seeding as the main plot and theplant residue management in four levels : burning, grazing, complete stubbleand no stubble as the subplot.  Theresults showed that, The minimum spike weight was about 0.69 g was obtaineddirect seeding  that as compared withmoldboard plow with disk decreased by 25% . The maximum spike weight was about 0.88g that  was obtained in the use of chiselthat as compared with moldboard plow with disk increased by 2% . The highestgrain yield  equal to 909.81 kg/ha wasrecorded  from direct seeding. Using ofdirect seeding increased grain yield than the use of moldboard plow with disk,chisel, and compound tillage 12, 17, and 24 percent, respectively.  Interaction effects of tillage and plantresidue showed that the highest  yieldequal to 990.5 and 946.63 kg/ha and was belonged  to direct seeding along with the grazing and direct  seeding along with burning. Manuscript profile