Official highlights importance of protecting aquatic resources

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Tehran - The head of the Aquatic Resources Protection Unit of Iran's Fisheries Organization hailed the judiciary's support in combating illegal fishing, saying that safeguarding aquatic resources is essential for the sustainable prosperity of the fishing industry. Hadi Didehvar emphasized that protecting valuable aquatic stocks is a legacy for future generations. "The judiciary's support for measures against illegal fishing ensures the preservation of this valuable heritage," he said. "A str

Mar 17 202512:41

Iran says ready to strengthen fisheries cooperation with UNIDO

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Tehran - The head of the Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) announced the country’s willingness to continue and develop fisheries cooperation with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Hamzeh Rostampour made the remarks in a meeting with Tomoshi Kume, UNIDO's fisheries director, on Sunday in Tehran. The Iranian deputy minister emphasized the importance of implementing longline fishing methods, enhancing the tuna value chain, and improving domestic and export ma

Mar 11 202511:44

Iran to develop agro towns using geothermal energy

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Arak – Geothermal energy will be employed for the development of agro towns in the central province of Markazi, an official announced. An agro-town is an agglomeration in a rural environment with a population of several thousands but whose workforce's main occupation is agriculture. An agro-town also lacks the administrative, commercial and industrial functions that are usually common in the centers of such size. In a recent meeting with other provincial officials, the managing director

Jan 27 202510:10

Mazandaran province leads in offshore fish cage installations

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Tehran - Mazandaran province has emerged as a leader in offshore fish farming within Iran, according to the head of Iran Fisheries Organization. “In 2023, the province successfully deployed 40 offshore fish cages, resulting in a substantial production of approximately 1,850 tons of fish,” Hossein Hosseini said. He added that this impressive output generated an estimated 460 billion tomans in revenue for the local economy. Building on this success, 30 out of 65 planned new cages

Jan 1 202510:57

Iran launches pilot project for self-sufficient Agricultural Production Cities

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Tehran – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture announced the launch of a pilot project to establish self-sufficient "Agricultural Production Cities" across the country. This initiative aims to bolster domestic food production and reduce reliance on imports. The announcement was made during a visit to the 8th International Exhibition on Fisheries, Aquaculture, Fishing, Seafood, and Related Industries. The exhibition highlighted the capabilities of over 140 domestic companies and featured

Dec 11 202412:46

IFEX 2024 slated to open in Tehran on December 3

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Tehran – The 8th International Fisheries Industry Exhibition (IFEX 2024) is poised to open its doors at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on December 3rd. Scheduled to run until December 6th, the exhibition will serve as a vital platform for industry professionals to network, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for technical and economic cooperation. The international function is aimed to provide a platform for exchanging ideas and developing technical and economic coo

Dec 1 202409:17

Iran prioritizes aquaculture to boost protein supply

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Tehran – Iran's Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri has underscored the importance of fisheries and aquaculture in diversifying the country's protein supply. Speaking at a recent meeting, Nouri highlighted the significant potential of these sectors to meet domestic protein demands, stimulate exports, and generate foreign currency.He emphasized the need for increased investment in aquaculture projects, particularly in inland waters, reservoirs, dams, agricultural wells, and along the exte

Nov 13 202416:38

Iran seafood exports surge, reaching 45 countries

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Tehran – Iran's Fisheries Organization has announced a remarkable surge in seafood exports, reaching 45 countries in the first five months of the current year.Hossein Hosseini, head of the organization, revealed that a diverse range of marine fish, ready-to-eat seafood, and shrimp are leading the export market.According to customs data, seafood exports have witnessed substantial growth, with a 32% increase in weight and a 24% increase in value compared to the same period in 2023, he added.

Nov 12 202415:22

Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon

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TEHRAN - Iran’s 8th International Fisheries Industry Exhibition (IFEX 2024) is set to open at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on November 3. According to the public relations office of Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture, the exhibition will be held in the Iranian capital from November 3 to November 6. The international function is aimed to provide a platform for exchanging ideas and developing technical and economic cooperation, marketing and promoting trade and producti

Oct 28 202416:55

Caviar export up 61percent in six months

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Tehran - The head of Iran's Fisheries Organization announced that the country's caviar industry is experiencing a boom, with exports surging by a remarkable 61% in the first six months of the year. Hossein Hosseini said that 2,815 kilograms of caviar were exported in the first six months of this year, marking a significant increase of over 61% compared to the same period last year. He further said that the figure showed a significant increase not only in volume but also in value, with a 44%

Oct 21 202406:25