Probabilistic algorithms o er a means of computing that works with the grain of analogue hardware, rather than against it. This paper proposes the use of such an algorithm in applications where the advantages of analogue hardware are most likely to be realised.

agricultural experts in the field of biotechnology in iran were surveyed in order to explore theirperception about factors affecting the partnership between public and private sector indeveloping agricultural biotechnology. the research population included agriculturalbiotechnology experts in the public and private sectors (n=66). a series of in-depth interviewswere conducted with some biotechn...

In recent years, agriculture has become the prime polluter of natural resources. It is therefore essential to make assessments based on reliable indicators to ensure that an agricultural system remains not only productive, but also ecologically sound. A large area of arable land in Guilan province is devoted to rice cultivation so the transition to environmentally sound agricultural practice in...

Now a 'days agriculture is one field where automated systems for classification and grading of fruits can be very useful not only for farmers but at experts in taking fast and accurate decisions. Over some recent year’s customers and buyers lifestyles and needs have increased and there have been many changes. Such lifestyle and changes have proved to be a challenge for the farmers and experts i...

GLOBALDIV--a global view of livestock biodiversity and conservation--is a three-year project funded by the European Commission in the framework of the AGRI GEN RES initiative. It is formed by a core group of partners who participated in past EU or continental scale projects on Farm Animal Genetic Resources characterization and conservation. It also involves a much larger number of experts that ...

This descriptive survey research was undertaken to study the factors affecting attitudes of agricultural faculty members towards nanotechnology. The statistical population of this study consisted of the agricultural faculty members in Iran (N=225). A sample of 144 persons was selected by using the stratified random sampling method. Data collected using a mailed questionnaire that was validated ...

This paper emphasizes the benefits of an agricultural strategy of development in developing countries. It begins by analyzing the close links between food and employment in the development process. In an underdeveloped country, food production is minimal, but demand is as well because of the small population growth. After development begins, income rises and food demand outstrips production....

busy for most of the twentieth century. Policy after policy has been tried, rejected, then tried again in an attempt to solve the farm income problem. Ever since the New Deal, we have had price supports for many farm products. Since the Kennedy years, we have added direct payments to the relatively low price supports. All the while, supply control has been a part of most farm bills. None of thi...

the main purpose followed in this study was to identify and analyze the ways of coping up with drought in rural regions of zanjan province. the research method of the study was an analytical- explanatory one. the statistical population of the study consisted of experts of jihad- e- agriculture organization of zanjan province (n= 316). according to krejcie and morgan table, 175 individuals were ...

in order to produce agricultural products, modern techniques are being used in agriculture sector. to respond to the changes effectively, students should prepare themselves applying practical trainings. the aim of this descriptive study was to analyze students’ expectations and demands regarding agricultural operations course in the faculty of agriculture, zanjan university. 114 students were s...