On the Comparison of the Applications of Conventional Ranking Techniques in Determining the Priority Factors Affecting Seed Production of Medicinal Plants: Case of Guilan Province, Iran
Aimed at identifying and prioritizing promoters and deterrent affecting seed production of medicinal plants, the present study was conducted in 2014. The Delphi method was conducted using a panel of 13 experts in Guilan Natural Resources and Agriculture Organization. In the first round of the st...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Islamic Azad University
2017-06-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Agricultural Management and Development |
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| Online Access: | http://ijamad.iaurasht.ac.ir/article_528609_ae613efe956ab5dc2275cb91644cdf2c.pdf |
| Summary: | Aimed at identifying and prioritizing promoters and deterrent
affecting seed production of medicinal plants, the present
study was conducted in 2014. The Delphi method was conducted
using a panel of 13 experts in Guilan Natural Resources and
Agriculture Organization. In the first round of the study, multiple-response
techniques were used for content analysis. Based
on the results of the first round, the second round questionnaire
was featuring a Likert type scale that was then filled out by the
first round respondents. Next, by comparing the conventional
techniques, data were analyzed for investigation. The use of
ranking techniques led largely to the same results or results
with slight differences. The study recommends devoting due
attention to the technical and environmental conditions such
as proper storage, to avoid the wasteful harvesting of seeds at
risk, and to provide favorable conditions for the domestication
of medicinal plants. In addition, the role of research, training,
and information dissemination of the economic benefits would
receive high importance. Furthermore, designing and implementing
a legal monitoring mechanism and an active and
comprehensive policy making process, as well as providing
facilities and equipment necessary for the preparation, cultivation,
and harvest of seeds by decision-making, executive institutions,
and organizations would notably be effective to tackle the
present challenges. |
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| ISSN: | 2159-5852 2159-5860 |