Minister calls for efficient, sustainable farming practices

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Minister calls for efficient, sustainable farming practices Minister calls for efficient, sustainable farming practices Tehran – Iran's Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri, has sounded the alarm about the critical state of the country's agricultural sector, emphasizing the urgent need for a transformative shift towards more efficient and sustainable farming practices. Speaking at a recent ceremony at the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO), Nouri

Nov 2 202414:13

Iran boosts livestock health with free vaccination campaign

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Iran boosts livestock health with free vaccination campaign Iran boosts livestock health with free vaccination campaign Tehran – Iran's Veterinary Organization has initiated a comprehensive vaccination campaign to safeguard its livestock population. The major program aims to inoculate 24.2 million animals, primarily belonging to rural and nomadic communities, against foot-and-mouth disease. In the initial phase of the campaign, authorities have administered 23 million doses of the vacc

Nov 2 202413:55

West Azarbaijan honey harvest to surge

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West Azarbaijan honey harvest to surge West Azarbaijan honey harvest to surge Tehran – Iran's northwestern province of West Azarbaijan is poised for a significant honey harvest this year, with production expected to rise by 10%. The province’s robust beekeeping industry, encompassing 6,561 apiaries and over 1.5 million bee colonies, is driving this growth, according to Parviz Bostanchi, the deputy head of the province’s Agriculture Department for improving livestock product

Nov 2 202413:45

Iran agricultural exports soar.

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Iran agricultural exports soar. Iran agricultural exports soar. Tehran - Iran's agricultural sector has experienced a significant surge in exports over the past seven months. From March 20 to October 21, 2024, the country's agricultural exports surged by 28% in value, reaching a total of $2.2 billion. Additionally, the volume of exports increased by 16%, totaling 3.8 million tons.Key agricultural products driving this growth include pistachios, tomatoes, watermelons, apples, and dates. Pistachio

Oct 29 202420:18

Iran ranks third in global pomegranate production

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Iran ranks third in global pomegranate production Iran ranks third in global pomegranate production Tehran – Iran has solidified its position as a global powerhouse in pomegranate production. According to the Deputy Minister of Horticulture at Iran's Ministry of Agriculture, the nation ranks third worldwide, trailing only India and China in terms of total output. “However, when considering per capita production, Iran takes the top spot.”Mohammad Mehdi Broumandi attributed Iran'

Oct 29 202420:13

Iran and Burkina Faso forge agricultural partnership

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Iran and Burkina Faso forge agricultural partnership Iran and Burkina Faso forge agricultural partnership Tehran - Iran and Burkina Faso have announced plans to strengthen their agricultural ties. In a recent meeting, the advisor to the Iranian Minister of Agriculture and the executive director of the overseas cultivation project discussed various avenues for cooperation with Burkina Faso’s ambassador to Tehran.The two countries have agreed to collaborate on initiatives such as extraterres

Oct 29 202411:08

Iran saffron output to see major growth official says

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Iran saffron output to see major growth official says Iran saffron output to see major growth official says TEHRAN – Iran’s saffron production is estimated to reach about 400 tons in the current Iranian calendar year (ends in late March 2025), according to the director of Agriculture Ministry’s medicinal plants national plan. “This year, 127,000 hectares of farmland have been allocated for saffron cultivation," Hossein Zeynali said He added that 23 provinces of the countr

Oct 28 202417:29

Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon

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Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon 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 eco

Oct 28 202416:55

Razi Institute unveils breakthrough avian influenza vaccine

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Razi Institute unveils breakthrough avian influenza vaccine Razi Institute unveils breakthrough avian influenza vaccine Tehran – The Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute recently hosted a national seminar on avian influenza, bringing together over 400 experts from academia, industry, and government. The event, held on October 21st at the Mirshamsi Conference Hall, focused on the latest research findings and strategies to combat this significant threat to poultry health.A major highlig

Oct 26 202417:06

Iran commemorates National Saffron Day

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Iran commemorates National Saffron Day Iran commemorates National Saffron Day Tehran - November 5th marks National Saffron Day in Iran, a celebration of the nation's rich history and significant economic contribution to the global saffron trade. Iran exported a significant 221 tons of saffron in 2023, out of a total production of 238 tons. These exports generated $208 million in revenue.Cultivated in Iran for centuries, saffron, often dubbed "red gold," is prized for its delicate, vibrant thread

Oct 26 202411:44