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

Qazvin clears path for export of livestock products

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Qazvin clears path for export of livestock products Qazvin clears path for export of livestock products Qazvin – Production facilities in the northwestern province of Qazvin that comply with international export standards can now obtain official certification to ship animal-derived products to Eurasian markets, according to the provincial Veterinary Department. Dr. Mehdi Jolokhani, Director-General of the Qazvin Veterinary Department, announced that eligible units will be granted an IR e

Jan 27 202609:58

Iran develops homegrown feed crops to replace costly American imports

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Iran develops homegrown feed crops to replace costly American imports Iran develops homegrown feed crops to replace costly American imports Tehran - Iranian agricultural researchers have introduced two domestically cultivable plants that could significantly reduce the country's heavy reliance on imported American livestock feed, a move that currently consumes a substantial portion of Iran's vital oil revenues. According to a scientist from Semnan Agricultural Research Center, the crops "Cameli

Jan 27 202609:57

Yazd studies greenhouse exports to Russia, Belarus

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Yazd studies greenhouse exports to Russia, Belarus Yazd studies greenhouse exports to Russia, Belarus Yazd – The central province of Yazd is assessing the feasibility of exporting greenhouse products to Russia and Belarus as part of efforts to strengthen economic diplomacy and boost foreign exchange earnings. According to the Ministry of Agriculture’s official webiste, a specialized meeting was held with the participation of Mohammadreza Ghaffarian, Director of Horticulture at the

Jan 26 202609:59

Apple processing boosts horticultural exports from Lorestan

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Apple processing boosts horticultural exports from Lorestan Apple processing boosts horticultural exports from Lorestan Borujerd - Apple processing operations in Borujerd are playing a growing role in reducing agricultural waste and strengthening value-added horticultural exports from Iran’s western province of Lorestan, according to local agriculture officials. The Narin Sweet and Sour Food Industries Company, based in Borujerd, began operations in 2010, producing a diverse range of pro

Jan 26 202609:52

Iran moves to boost onion exports to prevent waste, stabilize market

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Iran moves to boost onion exports to prevent waste, stabilize market Iran moves to boost onion exports to prevent waste, stabilize market Tehran - Iran’s Deputy Minister for Crop Production at the Ministry of Agriculture announced new measures to facilitate the export of onions surplus to domestic demand, aiming to reduce post-harvest losses and support market stability. Majid Anjafi said Iran’s average monthly onion consumption is approximately 200,000 tons. “Taking into a

Jan 26 202609:47

4th national fisheries industry exhibition to open in south

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4th national fisheries industry exhibition to open in south 4th national fisheries industry exhibition to open in south Bushehr - The Fourth National Specialized Fisheries Industry Exhibition will be held in the southern province of Bushehr from February 17 to February 20, 2026, aiming to present the full range of capacities, capabilities, and recent achievements of Iran’s fisheries sector. The specialized exhibition will focus on aquaculture and fish farming equipment, fishing and harve

Jan 26 202609:39

Hamedan leads grape production far above global averages, official says

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Hamedan leads grape production far above global averages, official says Hamedan leads grape production far above global averages, official says Hamedan - The head of the Hamedan Provincial Agriculture Organization said per capita grape production in the western province has reached 235 kilograms, well above Iran’s national average of 45 kilograms and the global average of about 10 kilograms, highlighting grapes as a strategic pillar of the regional economy. Reza Bahramlou said that nearl

Jan 25 202610:39