Iran aims to boost warm-water fish production amidst heat challenges

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Iran plans to ramp up warm-water fish production by 200,000 tons, according to the chairman of the country's Warm-Water Fishes Breeding Companies Union. Ali Elviri, however, also warned that soaring summer temperatures are posing significant challenges to the industry, with ammonia buildup in fishponds impacting production. Despite these hurdles, Iran's fish exports have seen a substantial increase, he added. The country exported $53.3 million worth of fish in the first quarter of the year, mark

Jul 24 202410:23

Iran fish exports register 30 percent rise in first quarter

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Tehran – Iran’s fish exports surged in the first quarter of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-June 20), reaching a value of $53.3 million, a 30% increase compared to the same period last year. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the country exported 29,582 tons of fish during this period, a significant jump from the previous year’s 18,301 tons. Overall fishery exports, including fish and other aquatic products, also saw substantial growth, reaching $121.4 millio

Jul 22 202410:12

Iran exports of trout surge in first quarter

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Iran's fishery exports experienced significant growth in the first quarter of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-June 20), according to Abbas Mokhtari, director general of the Iranian Ministry of Agriculture’s Office of Quality Improvement, Processing, and Aquatic Market. The country shipped out 73,369 tons of fishery products valued at $121.4 million during this period, marking a substantial increase of over 30% in value compared to the same period last year, Mokhtari said. Trout

Jul 19 202413:01

Iran fisheries sector witnesses 5.8% growth

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Iran's fisheries sector has witnessed a remarkable 5.8% growth rate, according to Head of Iran's Fisheries Organization Hossein Hosseini. "It is crucial to identify the unparalleled potential of our fisheries sector and the opportunities it presents," Hosseini emphasized. "With concerted efforts, we have achieved a growth rate of 5.8%, bringing us closer to our ambitious targets." Outlining the organization's strategic plans, he highlighted the importance of restructuring fisheries associa

Jul 19 202412:37

Iran caviar exports surge in 1st quarter

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Iran's caviar exports saw a significant jump in the first quarter of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-June 20), according to the director general of the Ministry of Agriculture's Office of Quality Improvement, Processing, and Aquatic Market. The value of caviar exports increased by over 41% compared to the same period last year, Abbas Mokhtari said. He added that this rise was accompanied by an 82% increase in export volume (weight) year-on-year, with Iran exporting 1,353 kilograms

Jul 16 202406:39

Iran seafood exports surge in first quarter

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Iran's exports of fishery products experienced a significant boost in the first three months of 2024 (Iranian calendar year 1403), according to Abbas Mokhtari, director general of the Iranian Ministry of Agriculture's Office of Quality Improvement, Processing, and Aquatic Market. Mokhtari reported a rise of over 40% in weight and over 30% in value compared to the same period in 2023. This translates to an increase from 52,000 tons valued at $93.1 million in 2023 to 73,000 tons valued at $121.4

Jul 13 202410:41

Native breeding of freshwater king prawns achieved in Iran

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Scientists from Iran’s Research Institute of Fisheries Sciences have successfully developed a native breeding technique for freshwater king prawns, marking a significant milestone in efforts to replenish dwindling stocks and promote aquaculture of this valuable export commodity. Ali Nekouie-Fard, Head of the Artemia and Aquaculture Research Institute, emphasized the growing demand for freshwater king prawn aquaculture due to its high market value and export potential, particularly in dev

Jul 10 202408:30

Iran aims to boost aquaculture output by 224,000 tons

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The head of Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) said the country has plans underway to boost the production of its aquatic animals by 224,000 tons. "The volume of Iran’s production of aquatic animals has increased from 1.3 million tons in 2022 to 1.4 million thousand tons in 2023, showing an increase of 5.8% year on year,” Hossein Hosseini said. He added, "With the introduction of new investors in this sector, 210,000 tons of fishery products were exported last year, generating an

Jun 27 202422:59

Development of fisheries, aquaculture top on agenda, minister says

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The Iranian minister of agriculture said his ministry attaches great importance to the development of fisheries and aquaculture production. "The development of fisheries and aquaculture is top on the agenda of the Ministry of Agriculture,” Mohammad Ali Nikbakht said on Tuesday. He added, “To advance this strategy, our provincial organizations will be mobilized to attract resources and credits from agencies and institutions, the Agricultural Bank for loans, the Land Affairs Organi

Jun 20 202411:15

Iran exports 210,000 tons of aquatic products worth $650m in 2023

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Iran exported 210,000 tons of aquatic products and fisheries products worth $650 million in the Iranian calendar year 1402 (March 21, 2023 - March 20, 2024), marking a substantial increase compared to the previous administration, according to an official. Abbas Mokhtari, Director General of the Office of Processing Quality Improvement and Aquatic Product Market Development, emphasized the importance of market access in driving fisheries growth. “Under the 13th administration, the number

Jun 5 202412:36