Iran Ministry of Agriculture embarks on major plan to establish 1,000 innovative farms

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Iran Ministry of Agriculture embarks on major plan to establish 1,000 innovative farms Iran Ministry of Agriculture embarks on major plan to establish 1,000 innovative farms Tehran – Iran's Ministry of Agriculture has unveiled a bold initiative to establish 1,000 innovative farms by 2026, with the aim of revolutionizing the country's agricultural sector through knowledge-based practices. According to Mohammad Ghasemi, the head of the Agricultural Institute of Education and Extension, thi

Sep 11 202416:22

South Khorasan Jujube harvest to reach 9,000 tons

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South Khorasan Jujube harvest to reach 9,000 tons South Khorasan Jujube harvest to reach 9,000 tons South Khorasan province, Iran's leading jujube producer, is anticipating a bountiful harvest of 9,000 tons of dried jujube this year, according to the eastern province’s head of agriculture organization. Despite facing challenges from a late spring frost and high summer temperatures, the province's production is expected to surpass the previous year's output by 7%, Hossein Akbari said.App

Sep 10 202408:23

Iran pistachio production surges 15 percent

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Iran pistachio production surges 15 percent Iran pistachio production surges 15 percent Tehran – Iran's pistachio harvest has reached a new high, with production totaling 300,000 tons in the current Iranian calendar year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. This marks a significant 15% increase compared to the previous two years.Dariush Salempour, Director General of Dried Fruits Affairs at the Ministry, highlighted pistachios as a key agricultural export for Iran. The country boasts

Sep 8 202415:46

13th Iranian Agricultural Economics Conference underway in Alborz

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13th Iranian Agricultural Economics Conference underway in Alborz 13th Iranian Agricultural Economics Conference underway in Alborz Alborz - Iran's 13th Agricultural Economics Conference – seen as a key opportunity to harness expert knowledge to overcome the country’s agricultural challenges and enhance sector management – is being held in Alborz Province, west of the capital Tehran. The 13th Iranian Agricultural Economics Conference opened on Sunday in Alborz Province with the

Sep 8 202415:02

Iran honey production per capita soars

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Iran honey production per capita soars Iran honey production per capita soars Tehran – Iran has solidified its position as a global leader in honey production, boasting a per capita output of 1.415 kilograms, according to a senior official with the Agriculture Ministry. This impressive figure exceeds the country's domestic consumption, underscoring its role as a significant exporter. Mohammad-Ebrahim Hassan-Nejad, the deputy minister for livestock products affairs, also put the country&r

Sep 7 202407:15

Iran establishes new organization to encourage rural, nomadic development

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Iran establishes new organization to encourage rural, nomadic development Iran establishes new organization to encourage rural, nomadic development Tehran – The Minister of Agriculture has announced the establishment of a new organization within the Ministry of Agriculture, dedicated to the development, progress, and prosperity of rural and nomadic areas. Gholamreza Nouri highlighted the need for a fundamental overhaul of the Ministry's structure, saying, “As part of this restructu

Sep 3 202418:28

Minister of Agriculture emphasizes importance of village-based farming

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Minister of Agriculture emphasizes importance of village-based farming Minister of Agriculture emphasizes importance of village-based farming Tehran – The Minister of Agriculture announced that the primary focus of the ministry will be on promoting small-scale, village-based farming alongside agricultural supply chains. This strategy, Gholamreza Nouri added, will serve as the cornerstone for Iran's agricultural development, with its implementation being a top priority for the current adm

Sep 3 202418:24

Iran Tuna exports surge in 5 months

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Iran Tuna exports surge in 5 months Iran Tuna exports surge in 5 months Tehran – Iran's tuna exports have seen a significant boost in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year, reaching a value of $14.6 million. This figure represents a 24% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA). Overall, Iran's fishery exports have experienced a substantial growth of 32% in both value and weight during the

Sep 3 202409:50

Iran allocates funds for modern irrigation system

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Iran allocates funds for modern irrigation system Iran allocates funds for modern irrigation system Tehran – The Iranian Ministry of Agriculture has allocated a significant sum to modernize the country's irrigation systems, an officia said. According to Deputy Agriculture Minister Safdar Niazi, 18.5 trillion rials (approximately $35 million) will be provided as facilities to farmers nationwide. The goal is to equip over 50,000 hectares of farmland with modern irrigation systems by the

Aug 31 202409:48

Iran honey exports experiencing rapid growth

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Iran honey exports experiencing rapid growth Iran honey exports experiencing rapid growth Tehran – Iran's honey production and exports have been thriving with the country shipping over 1,469 tons of honey in the past year. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the country's beekeeping sector employs a significant workforce of 155,000 people, operating in 94,932 apiaries. The government is now aiming to further boost honey production by increasing the yield per colony to three to four

Aug 29 202405:58