FAO highlights Iran’s strategic role in regional food production, agricultural innovation

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Tehran - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, recognized Iran’s strategic position in regional food production and agricultural innovation. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 24th Tehran International Livestock, Poultry, and Industries Exhibition, he expressed readiness to expand technical and specialized cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran in advancing sustainable agricultural dev

Oct 14 202512:12

Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation

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Tehran - Iran has been awarded the King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award 2024 in recognition of its leadership in soil conservation, education, and public awareness, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) announced. Farukh Toirov, FAO Representative in Iran, highlighted the country’s active role in the Global Soil Partnership (GSP) since its establishment in 2012, noting Iran’s contributions to sustainable soil management, capacity building, and knowledge sh

Oct 11 202511:10

Iran walnut capital sets sights on global markets with exclusive brand

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Tuyserkan – Tuyserkan, nicknamed Iran's city of walnut, is taking a major step toward global recognition with the launch and registration of an exclusive trademark for its world-class walnuts. Sajad Mohammad Asghari, Director of Tuyserkan’s Agricultural Organization, announced that the newly designed brand will significantly enhance the international standing, credibility, and market value of Tuyserkan walnuts - one of Iran’s most prized horticultural products. He noted tha

Oct 8 202509:56

Iran pistachio exports surpass 2b dollars as 2025 harvest set at 240,000 tons

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Rafsanjan – Iran’s pistachio industry is strengthening its global footprint, with exports exceeding $2 billion in the past 17 months and this year’s harvest projected at 240,000 tons, a senior official said. Dariyoush Salempour, the director-general of Cold and Dry Fruits Affairs Department of the ministry, announced that pistachio exports reached over 210,000 tons between early 2024 and the first five months of 2025. He emphasized that the ministry’s top priority is

Sep 28 202511:20

Iran Agricultural Insurance Fund seeks to expand cooperation with FAO

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Tehran – The Agricultural Insurance Fund of Iran has called for strengthening international cooperation with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), emphasizing the strategic role of agricultural insurance in safeguarding farmers’ livelihoods and building resilience against natural disasters. In a recent meeting with the FAO Representative in Tehran, Behzad Babakhani, Deputy CEO of the Fund, highlighted Iran’s status as one of the world’s ten

Sep 22 202505:58

FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing

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Tehran – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS) have signed a letter of agreement to advance scientific methodologies for testing saffron authenticity. The initiative falls under the joint Technical Cooperation Program between FAO and Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture. Iran accounts for more than 90 percent of global saffron production, making the integrity of the supply chain essential for farmers’ l

Sep 22 202505:48

Razi Institute joins WHO global cGMP Vaccine Training Marathon

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Tehran - The Razi Institute for Vaccine and Serum Research has joined the World Health Organization’s (WHO) sixth virtual cGMP Training Marathon on vaccine production. Announcing the participation, Dr. Soheila Moradi said the Institute’s involvement reflects its commitment to strengthening specialized expertise and aligning its vaccine production practices with international standards. The global training initiative, organized by WHO’s Local Production and Assistance (LPA)

Sep 21 202514:42

Astragalus, Iran’s silent guardian of soil

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Tehran – Astragalus, a medicinal plant with deep cultural and ecological roots in Iran, is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of the country’s ecosystems and rural economies. Known locally as Gavan, the plant is both abundant and diverse, with Iran hosting 854 species across 21.4 million hectares of natural landscapes - making the country one of the global centers of Astragalus diversity. Ecologists highlight the plant’s vital role in protecting fragile soils. With it

Sep 20 202508:07

Iran joins global water scarcity framework

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Tehran – The Islamic Republic of Iran has officially joined the global framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture (WASAG), according to the country’s Iran's Deputy Agriculture Minister Safdar Niazi. Niazi said the membership will both enhance the country’s expertise in water and soil management and strengthen its role in specialized international forums. The decision follows Niazi’s meeting with Li Lifeng, Director of FAO’s Land and Water Division, on the sideli

Sep 16 202507:54

FAO representative highlights cooperatives’ role in advancing agriculture sector in Iran

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Tehran - The event, co-organized by the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United Nations, was attended by H.E. Gholamreza Nouri, Minister of Agriculture, H.E. Ahmad Meydari, Minister of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare, as well as numerous ambassadors, senior government officials, and international representatives. Speaking as a panel member in a specialized session, Mr. Toirov emphasized that cooperatives are unique structures where individuals come together to pursue

Sep 7 202510:20