South Khorasan province leads world in barberry, saffron production

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South Khorasan province leads world in barberry, saffron production South Khorasan province leads world in barberry, saffron production Birjand – Situated in the eastern part of Iran, South Khorasan Province has consolidated its position as a global leader in the production of barberry and saffron and is prioritizing the expansion of agro-processing industries to enhance value addition in the agricultural sector, a senior provincial official said. Speaking at a press briefing, Mr. Esfand

Jan 31 202606:05

Iran moves to establish regional hub for agricultural insurance under IORA framework

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Iran moves to establish regional hub for agricultural insurance under IORA framework Iran moves to establish regional hub for agricultural insurance under IORA framework Tehran - Iran has launched strategic planning to establish a regional hub for agricultural insurance and risk management following its accession to the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), a senior official said. Behzad Babakhani, Deputy Head of the Agricultural Insurance Fund, said a high-level meeting was held to prepare for

Jan 31 202606:04

Agriculture Minister: Over 550 rural markets set up to enable direct sale of farm products

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Agriculture Minister: Over 550 rural markets set up to enable direct sale of farm products Agriculture Minister: Over 550 rural markets set up to enable direct sale of farm products Tehran - More than 550 rural markets have been established nationwide to facilitate the direct sale of agricultural products, a move aimed at reducing the price gap between producers and consumers, according to the Iranian minister of agriculture. Speaking on the sidelines of a Cabinet meeting, Gholamreza Nouri sai

Jan 31 202606:02

More irrigation systems needed to boost productivity, Bushehr governor says

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More irrigation systems needed to boost productivity, Bushehr governor says More irrigation systems needed to boost productivity, Bushehr governor says Bushehr - The governor of the southern Bushehr Province has called for the rapid completion of the modern irrigation project for date palm plantations, emphasizing the need to allocate sufficient funding. In a meeting with the Deputy Minister for Water and Soil at the Ministry of Agriculture, the governor said modern irrigation systems are crit

Jan 30 202610:33

Breeding reform plan helps nomads lift livestock production in Razavi Khorasan

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Breeding reform plan helps nomads lift livestock production in Razavi Khorasan Breeding reform plan helps nomads lift livestock production in Razavi Khorasan Mashhad - A livestock breeding reform program has increased production among nomadic communities in Iran’s Razavi Khorasan Province by up to 90%, a provincial official said. Mohammad Hossein Jafari, Director General of Nomadic Affairs in the province, said the program has raised breeding efficiency by about 45% through scientific fe

Jan 30 202610:19

President hails farmers for enhanced productivity, quality

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President hails farmers for enhanced productivity, quality President hails farmers for enhanced productivity, quality Tehran - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian praised farmers who have enhanced productivity, improved quality, and reduced costs, calling their achievements worthy of national recognition. Addressing the 39th National Ceremony honoring outstanding contributors to the agricultural sector on Tuesday, Pezeshkian highlighted the importance of collective effort in securing a brighte

Jan 30 202610:14

Over 12,900 camels raised in Razavi Khorasan, official says

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Over 12,900 camels raised in Razavi Khorasan, official says Over 12,900 camels raised in Razavi Khorasan, official says Mashhad - More than 12,900 camels are currently being raised across Iran’s Razavi Khorasan Province, with Bardaskan County accounting for the largest share, officials said. Mr. Rezaee-Nasab, head of the provincial camel unit at the Ministry of Agriculture, said Bardaskan is home to about 3,500 camels, ranking first in the province. He made the remarks during a visit t

Jan 30 202610:11

Iran has achieved self-sufficiency in livestock production, deputy minister says

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Iran has achieved self-sufficiency in livestock production, deputy minister says Iran has achieved self-sufficiency in livestock production, deputy minister says Tehran - The deputy for livestock production affairs of the Ministry of Agriculture announced Iran is self-sufficient in livestock products and produces more than domestic demand in many areas. Speaking at a press conference on Sunday, Mohammad Ebrahim Hassan-Nejad stressed the key role of the livestock and poultry sectors in ensuring

Jan 30 202610:03

Iran reports 37 percent surge in shrimp production for 2024

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Iran reports 37 percent surge in shrimp production for 2024 Iran reports 37 percent surge in shrimp production for 2024 Tehran – Iran's farmed shrimp production jumped 37% in 2024, surpassing 62,000 tons, an official announced. Reza Asadi, head of aquatic health at Iran's Veterinary Organization, credited the increase to stricter health controls and proactive disease monitoring in hatcheries and farms. The boost came despite a 13% rise in juvenile stocking and a 10% expansion in active

Jan 27 202610:06

Markazi province becomes Iran’s medicinal plant powerhouse with 40-fold growth

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Markazi province becomes Iran’s medicinal plant powerhouse with 40-fold growth Markazi province becomes Iran’s medicinal plant powerhouse with 40-fold growth Markazi - Markazi Province, in the center of Iran, has established itself as Iran's leading hub for medicinal plants, with its cultivation area expanding forty-fold to over 4,000 hectares, a provincial official said. "The province is positioned to become the national center for both production and processing," said Ahmad Asadi, Director o

Jan 27 202610:00