Minister endorses vertical farming for sustainable agriculture

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Minister endorses vertical farming for sustainable agriculture Minister endorses vertical farming for sustainable agriculture Tehran – Iranian Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri has expressed strong support for vertical farming, highlighting its potential to address both domestic food supply challenges and boost agricultural exports. During a recent visit to the Ardastani Brothers Greenhouse in Pishva, Tehran Province, Nouri emphasized the critical role of greenhouse cultivation in

Sep 14 202415:10

Iran aims for major boost in fisheries exports

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Iran aims for major boost in fisheries exports Iran aims for major boost in fisheries exports Tehran - Iran's Fisheries Organization has outlined a bold plan to significantly boost the country's seafood exports, aiming to reach a staggering $1 billion in exports by the conclusion of the Seventh Development Plan. In a recent announcement, Hossein Hosseini, the head of the organization, revealed that Iran exported a substantial 210,000 tons of fishery products and aquatic animals last year, valu

Sep 14 202415:01

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 launches autumn sowing ceremony

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Iran launches autumn sowing ceremony Iran launches autumn sowing ceremony Autumn sowing campaign kicks off in Iran, emphasizing concentrated cultivation of crops to maximize water efficiency.Ahead of the new crop year, Iranian farmers and agricultural officials gather annually to discuss and plan for the upcoming autumn sowing season. This year, the focus is on concentrated cultivation of crops during the fall and winter months to optimize the use of available water resources while minimizing ev

Aug 27 202412:05

Iran reports 40 percent increase in grandparent stock production

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Iran reports 40 percent increase in grandparent stock production Iran reports 40 percent increase in grandparent stock production Tehran – Iran's Deputy Minister for Livestock Affairs, has announced a significant 40% increase in the production of grandparent stock in the poultry sector compared to the previous year. Mohammad Ebrahim Hassan-Nejad said that ongoing revitalization efforts in the poultry industry will ensure that Iran becomes self-sufficient in these essential poultry products

Aug 27 202411:58

Deputy Minister highlights importance of livestock production in food security

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Deputy Minister highlights importance of livestock production in food security Deputy Minister highlights importance of livestock production in food security Iran's Deputy Minister of Livestock Affairs emphasizes the importance of the livestock industry for food security and economic growthMohammad Ebrahim Hassan-Nejad said, “Providing a significant portion of the protein required for the community, creating value-added and employment in rural, nomadic, and urban communities, attracting pr

Aug 27 202411:47

Iran honey exports reach $5.6 million annually

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Iran honey exports reach $5.6 million annually Iran honey exports reach $5.6 million annually Tehran - Iran's beekeeping industry continues to thrive, with the country exporting a significant quantity of high-quality honey in the past year. According to Iran’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture for Livestock Productions Affairs Mohammad Ebrahim Hassannejad, the country exported 1,469 tons of honey valued at $5.6 million during the Iranian calendar year ending March 19, 2024 The deputy minist

Aug 24 202410:32

Iran partner with FAO and Green Climate Fund to strengthen climate resilience

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Iran partner with FAO and Green Climate Fund to strengthen climate resilience Iran partner with FAO and Green Climate Fund to strengthen climate resilience Tehran - The Department of Environment (DOE) as National Designated Authority (NDA), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), is embarking on a transformative initiative aimed at fortifying its resilience to climate change. The newly signed project, titled &ldqu

Aug 21 202414:25