نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
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عنوان مقاله English
نویسنده English
Some residents of the historic town of Nodushan, located in Yazd Province, are farmers who engage in agriculture following age-old methods. Traditional farming in Nodushan, much like the historic fabric of the town, has preserved a significant degree of its tradition. Despite modern developments, agriculture in the region has remained consistent with the practices that dominated Iranian farming until the mid-20th century. Most of the agricultural water supply comes from qanats. While certain professions, such as dashtbani (field guarding) and barbazi (wheat threshing), have become obsolete, individuals who previously practiced these trades can still be found. The aim of this study is to explore past agricultural practices and gain a deeper understanding of the social history of the local population. The research employs a descriptive methodology, with data collected through fieldwork (observations and interviews) and library studies. The paper begins by describing and analyzing the practices, traditions, and unwritten rules governing agriculture in Nodushan, and compares the performance of local farmers with those in similar regions. The findings indicate that traditional agriculture in Nodushan is characterized by a precise and well-organized social system, harmonized with the region's human and environmental conditions. Consequently, traditional agriculture in Nodushan should be preserved as an important cultural heritage.
کلیدواژهها English