Agricultural tourism, the hidden capacity of Lorestan’s attractions
Many natural attractions, weather conditions and the benefit of unique geographical gifts are significant capacities that have created the possibility of agricultural tourism in Lorestan. The land of Lorestan, due to its unique geographical conditions and four-season climate, benefiting from numerous divine gifts, roaring waterfalls and permanent and seasonal rivers, has a significant capacity for the development of the tourism industry, and in addition, a colorful world of capacity Agriculture can also be seen in different parts of this province.
According to the statements of archaeologists and experts in the field of agriculture, since Lorestan is one of the first known human settlements and the first humans turned to agriculture and hunting in order to survive and continue life, agriculture in this province has an ancient history. In the studies conducted, traces of agriculture in the history of this province have been recorded and reported.
The ability of agriculture and the growth and development of various crops in the plains and fertile lands of Lorestan are remarkable and eye-catching for the tourists of this land, and sightseeing in the nature of the four seasons and different altitudes of this province indicates the growth of more than 1,700 plant species, some of which They are considered as indicator species.
Now, in the plains and foothills of Lorestan, there are 800,000 hectares of arable land with 23% water capacity and 490,000 hectares of various orchards, of which 42,000 hectares are productive with a harvest capacity of 220,000 tons.
About 2.5 to 3 million tons of horticultural and agricultural products are produced in Lorestan every year, 40% of the province’s economy depends on agriculture and the average employment in this area is about 30%.
Also, there are 2,500 kilometers of permanent and seasonal rivers in this province, which has a significant capacity in the field of fish farming and fisheries.
Paying attention to these significant capacities in the field of agriculture and benefiting from suitable weather and fertile soil, in addition to the fact that it can create a gate of prosperity and dynamism in the province with the boom of tourism and bring favorable employment, the possibility of prosperity And it will also provide work between farmers and villagers and will send tourists from urban areas to villages, orchards and agricultural lands of the province.
Formation of agricultural tourism desk in the Ministry of Cultural Heritage
The Director General of the Domestic Tourism Development Office of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said: Iran is one of the origins of agriculture in the world and there is a very strong civilizational root in this area at the country level.
Seyed “Mustafa Fatemi” on November 19, at the national conference of agro-tourism or agricultural tourism in the Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture of Lorestan, said: Iran has a lot of diversity and capacities in the field of tourism, and more than 40 items are on the agenda of the Ministry of Heritage. It is cultural.
Stating that there is a very strong civilizational root in the field of agriculture in Iran, he said: Iran is one of the foundations of the agricultural heritage in the world, and we should focus more on the status and preservation of this heritage.
Pointing out that there were problems in the development of agricultural tourism, he added: In this field, the agricultural tourism desk was formed in the Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Tourism with the presence of elite people, and this capacity has also been created in different provinces of the country, and tourism federations will soon be established. will also be formed in the ministry.
Director General of the Domestic Tourism Development Office of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, referring to the preparation and printing of the Gesht Kasht publication in the field of agricultural tourism development, said: In this regard, tourism software is also designed and launched.
Fatemi stated that one of the main missions in the field of expertise is to familiarize local communities and officials with agricultural tourism and stated: In this field, the presence of expert guides who are aware of the capacities of agricultural tourism is very necessary.
The Director General of the Domestic Tourism Development Office of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts emphasized the necessity of complementary economies in the world and added: tourism as an attraction and economic supplement should be considered along with farms.
Fatemi stated: Branding is one of the main tasks in this area and the products of each region should be introduced.
Agriculture in Lorestan is 9 thousand years old
Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts of Lorestan said: The history of agriculture in the province dates back to more than 9 thousand years ago, and considering this history, there is a significant capacity in the field of agricultural tourism in the region.
Ata Hasanpour said: Lorestan has a special place in the agricultural field of ancient Iran, and in fact, ancient Iran is the foundation and origin of this activity.
He stated: After the end of the ice age and the human exit from the cave, upon entering the plain and observing the plants, he thought of planting and harvesting agricultural products, and agriculture became the reason for the settlement of the Iranian people and the domestication of animals, which in 1925 This event has been called a revolution.
He continued: In fact, the Neolithic and agricultural revolution took place after the discovery of fire as the second human revolution in the 7th millennium BC, and forced coexistence between humans, plants and animals was established and continues.
He stated that this revolution took place in the foothills of Zagros and Alborz mountains in Iran and said: the climate of these regions was and is the best place for the growth and excellence of agriculture, and this route is one of the very good ways to get out of the unemployment situation in Lorestan. Is.
Hasanpour said: Nomadism was the first human movement and the beginning of tourism and human movement, and these claims are due to the explorations of the 1960s in the areas of Dehlran and Tepe Bagh No Khoramabad, where for the first time the first and second generation of wheat and the first generation of barley It is found in water and humans get domesticated grains.
Pointing out that Lorestan is the origin of about three thousand plant species in the largest gene bank of medicinal plants, namely Ashtrankoh, Green and Sefid Koh, he said: special plant species in the province have been registered in the national register, and trees like “Dharmazoo” with seven different fruits It belongs to the oak family specific to this province and is considered one of the rare species in the world.
Agriculture and tourism sectors are the strengths of Lorestan’s development
The deputy of coordination of construction affairs of Lorestan governorate said: Lorestan is a province of four seasons, and for this reason, agriculture and tourism sectors are the strong points of its development.
“Ahmedreza Dalvand” said: Lorestan has significant capacities in the fields of agriculture and tourism, and benefiting from these capacities can turn the province into an agricultural and tourism pole in the country.
Referring to the rainfall capacity and fertility of agricultural lands of Lorestan, he added: What distinguishes the province from other regions of the country is its water and fertile soil, and this is while the world is facing water challenges, Lorestan is the third province in terms of rainfall. It is considered a country.
Stating that Lorestan is a four-season province, the Deputy Governor of the Civil Affairs Coordination said: The climate of the south and the north are completely different in this region, and special agricultural products are grown in each season.
Dalvand added: “Unfortunately, in the past, not much attention was paid to these two important capacities, and due to the fact that no serious measures have been taken regarding the infrastructure, we are now facing a serious water challenge in some areas.”
He stated that it is very important to pay attention to the infrastructure in the fields of tourism and agriculture and said: Currently, measures have been taken that after exploitation, Lorestan will be on the path of growth and development.
Pointing out that there are very good production capacities of pistachios, saffron, pomegranates, cold water fish and black figs in Lorestan, he added: strengthening these significant capacities in the province will have a great impact on agricultural development and economic prosperity.
Referring to the historical and cultural complex of Falak-Aflak Castle and other historical buildings, Gohar Lake and the beautiful waterfalls of Lorestan Governorate, Deputy Coordinator of Civil Affairs of Lorestan Governorate continued: A comprehensive tourism plan has been prepared in this province, which will be implemented after the final approval.
Dalvand said: Appropriate planning and acceleration in this direction are very effective and one of the most important priorities for creating tourism infrastructure in Lorestan, and communication routes should be given special attention in the field of tourism.
Based on this, considering that the agricultural products of Lorestan are also facing the challenge of supply and export in the world markets, the boom of agricultural tourism will be a market for the proper and low-cost supply of the province’s products, which is hoped, considering the potential capacities of this fertile land, in In the not-so-distant future, agricultural tourism brought a popular market for the products of this province.