Multifunctional Agricultural Development Strategies In Dehloran Township (Ilam province)

Dehloran Township, Despite the great distance from multifunctional agriculture it faces many problems in the fields of agriculture, natural resources, environment and economic situation, If no measures are taken to reduce these problems and eliminate them More problems will be faced by the present and future generations of agriculture and rural areas of this Township. Since the development of multifunctional agriculture requires attention to planning and strategy tailored to the conditions of each region. The aim of this qualitative study was, preparation multifunctional agricultural development strategies in Dehloran Township (Ilam province). The study population was purposefully selected from 21 multifunctional agricultural experts in one of the western regions of Iran, Dehloran Township. Data were collected using in-depth and semi-structured interviews in five steps of the Meta-SWOT technique based on the Resource-based theory. After completing the interviews, the position of Dehloran Township in comparison with competitors, existing resources and obstacles affecting the development of MFA were identified. After analyzing the interviews and evaluating the impact of each resource on environmental factors and their relevance to the objectives, a strategic map was drawn. In examining all aspects of the strategic map, three rare, Inimitable and Non-substitutable capabilities, one with the most strategic fit, an environmental factor were identified as the most important and powerful obstacle to the growth and development of MFA. Finally, judging by each of the internal and environmental factors, 15 optimal strategies for MFA development were preparated in order of importance using the AHP technique. By implementing the preparated strategies, it is possible to help strengthen and develop the existing capabilities and remove the existing obstacles, and with proper planning, we will witness the development of more multifunctional agriculture in the future.