Iran launches nationwide agricultural plan to boost food security

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Iran launches nationwide agricultural plan to boost food security Iran launches nationwide agricultural plan to boost food security Tehran – In a significant push toward agricultural self-sufficiency, Iran has launched a nationwide initiative integrating advanced technologies into its greenhouse and aquaculture sectors, an official announced. Amir-Hossein Safargholi, Director of Iran's National Program for Greenhouse and Aquaculture Development, outlined the country's progress during a h

Apr 4 202503:15

FAO training its staff in Iran to fight locust menace: Report

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FAO training its staff in Iran to fight locust menace: Report FAO training its staff in Iran to fight locust menace: Report As Iran and Pakistan prepare for the spring locust breeding season, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has started strengthening the capacities of its technical staff in the two countries. In Iran, locust infestations are usually found along the southeastern coastal and interior regions of the country during the spring season. To prepare f

Mar 30 202514:46

‘Ministry of Agriculture to identify, boost investment opportunities’

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‘Ministry of Agriculture to identify, boost investment opportunities’ ‘Ministry of Agriculture to identify, boost investment opportunities’ Tehran—The Iranian Minister of Agriculture said his Ministry is planning to identify and boost investment opportunities in an effort to materialize this year’s slogan, as emphasized by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution. Gholmreza Nouri emphasized the need to strengthen the agricultural sector and food security, saying, "We plan to identify i

Mar 27 202506:25

Iran, FAO hold joint workshops on mycotoxin management in pistachios

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Iran, FAO hold joint workshops on mycotoxin management in pistachios Iran, FAO hold joint workshops on mycotoxin management in pistachios Tehran – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in the Islamic Republic of Iran, in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, organized a series of specialized training workshops aimed at enhancing the capacity of stakeholders in the pistachio value chain. Held on January 26 to February 5 2025, the initiative focused on d

Mar 19 202510:02

Iran greenhouse farming sees 161 percent growth in ten years

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Iran greenhouse farming sees 161 percent growth in ten years Iran greenhouse farming sees 161 percent growth in ten years Tehran – Iran's greenhouse farming sector has experienced a remarkable 161% expansion over the past ten years, according to the latest agricultural census, signaling a significant boost to the nation's food security efforts. The findings, released by the Statistical Center of Iran, indicate the sector now supports over 36,000 producers. Gholamreza Goudarzi, head of

Mar 16 202511:44

Iran bans high-risk pesticides to protect public health

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Iran bans high-risk pesticides to protect public health Iran bans high-risk pesticides to protect public health Tehran – In a decisive step towards bolstering public health and environmental protection, Iran has banned 14 high-risk pesticides from its agricultural sector. Maryam Jalili Moqaddam, head of the Plant Protection Organization, announced the decision, emphasizing the ongoing development of mandatory standards for 30 additional pesticides. "The removal of these 14 dangerous pe

Mar 12 202523:52

Agriculture Minister urges collective action to protect natural resources

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Agriculture Minister urges collective action to protect natural resources Agriculture Minister urges collective action to protect natural resources Tehran – Iranian Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri described the preservation of natural resources as a national duty, emphasizing that resources belong to the people, not just the government. “Natural resources are not government property; they are a national treasure belonging to the people," Nouri said recently during a nation

Mar 12 202511:53

Iran calls on Islamic nations to join hands for food security

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Iran calls on Islamic nations to join hands for food security Iran calls on Islamic nations to join hands for food security Tehran – Iran is ready to share its extensive agricultural expertise and technology with member states of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS), Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said. Nouri made the remarks on Monday during a meeting with Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) H.E. Ambassador Berik Aryn. The Iranian

Mar 10 202511:09

Iran agriculture minister calls for expansion of maritime trade

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Iran agriculture minister calls for expansion of maritime trade Iran agriculture minister calls for expansion of maritime trade Tehran – The Minister of Agriculture stressed the importance of expanding maritime trade in bolstering Iran's food exports, imports, and strategic reserves. This development will significantly enhance the country's maritime transportation sector and elevate Iran's position in global commerce, Gholamreza Nouri said recently. "The expansion of maritime trade dir

Mar 10 202508:44

Iran sets sight on boosting agricultural ties with Africa

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Iran sets sight on boosting agricultural ties with Africa Iran sets sight on boosting agricultural ties with Africa Tehran – Iran is actively pursuing agricultural partnerships with African nations, aiming to leverage its technical expertise and investment capacity in exchange for access to overseas cultivation opportunities.Officials emphasize the potential for "win-win" collaborations, addressing Africa's need for agricultural modernization and Iran's strategic goal of diversifying its

Mar 9 202508:47