Iran, FAO launch regional project to strengthen climate-resilient agriculture

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Iran, FAO launch regional project to strengthen climate-resilient agriculture Iran, FAO launch regional project to strengthen climate-resilient agriculture Tehran - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in cooperation with the Iranian government, has launched a new regional technical cooperation project aimed at boosting national and regional capacities for climate-resilient agriculture. According to FAO’s office in Tehran, the initiative — which also i

Oct 24 202512:28

Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold

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Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold Kerman – The southern province of Kerman, covering more than 180,000 square kilometers, is one of Iran’s largest and most diverse agricultural regions. In the southern areas, irrigated wheat remains a key strategic crop, with 45,320 hectares cultivated in 2024 and production exceeding 160,000 tons. The average yield of 3.6 tons per hectare demonstrates strong productivity despite the province’s harsh, arid

Oct 24 202512:26

Iran establishes world’s second largest Artemia Cyst Bank

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Iran establishes world’s second largest Artemia Cyst Bank Iran establishes world’s second largest Artemia Cyst Bank Tehran - Iran has launched the world’s second largest Artemia cyst bank, following Ghent University in Belgium, according to the head of the National Artemia Research Center. The center has created both a live gene bank for Artemia urmiana and a cyst bank containing samples from 52 global populations, said Ali Nekouei-Fard. He added the initiative aims to protect the uniq

Oct 24 202512:23

Iran exports 700 tons of sea snails from Sistan-Baluchestan

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Iran exports 700 tons of sea snails from Sistan-Baluchestan Iran exports 700 tons of sea snails from Sistan-Baluchestan Sistan-Baluchestan - The Chabahar Deep-Sea Fisheries Research Center has announced the export of 700 tons of sea snails from Iran’s southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan Province. According to the center’s head, Ashkan Ajdari, the research team has achieved two major milestones namely the management and export of sea snails and the production of algae seedlings thro

Oct 24 202512:19

Kandolus a model for sustainable rural tourism

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Kandolus a model for sustainable rural tourism Kandolus a model for sustainable rural tourism Mazandaran - Amid the green hills of Mazandaran, Kandolus Village has emerged as a global symbol of harmony between nature, agriculture, and tourism. Its success in sustainable farming, herbal cultivation, handicrafts, and eco-tourism has turned it into a model for empowering rural communities. Selected from over 270 nominees across 65 countries, Kandolus was named one of the Best Tourism Villages in

Oct 21 202516:18

Iran marks National Export Day

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Iran marks National Export Day Iran marks National Export Day Terhan - On National Export Day (October 20), Iran celebrates the dedication of its farmers and exporters who have strengthened the country’s non-oil economy by producing world-class agricultural goods. Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Iran’s food security, sustainable development, and foreign exchange earnings. According to data from the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration, agricultural and food industri

Oct 21 202516:12

East Azarbaijan ranks second in Iran for fresh garlic production

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East Azarbaijan ranks second in Iran for fresh garlic production East Azarbaijan ranks second in Iran for fresh garlic production Azarbaijan - East Azarbaijan Province has secured the second place nationwide in fresh garlic production and third in dried garlic, according to the head of the Provincial Agricultural Organization. Speaking at the province’s Garlic Festival, Shahram Shafiei, described the event as a platform to promote collaboration, share expertise, and strengthen the garlic

Oct 21 202512:39

Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses

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Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses Tehran - Iranian scientists have developed new drought-tolerant forage grasses that require as little as 350 millimeters of annual rainfall, marking the result of two decades of research at the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute. The project, led by Dr. Babak Nakhoda, focused on breeding low-water, eco-friendly perennial grasses to enhance food security, support livestock production, and prot

Oct 21 202512:37

Iran reports record poultry production growth in September

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Iran reports record poultry production growth in September Iran reports record poultry production growth in September Tehran - Iran’s poultry sector posted record growth in September 2025, with total meat output from official slaughterhouses reaching 223,000 tons, up 8% year-on-year, a report says. According to the report carried by the Statistical Center of Iran, chicken production rose 7%, while turkey output jumped 34% compared to the same month in 2024. Chicken accounted for the bu

Oct 21 202512:35

Iran launches roadmap for marine-based economy

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Iran launches roadmap for marine-based economy Iran launches roadmap for marine-based economy Tehran - A new chapter in Iran’s blue economy began with the launch of a tripartite alliance between the Fisheries Research Institute, the Veterinary Organization, and the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO). The announcement came during the annual meeting of the Iranian Fisheries Science Research Institute, attended by senior agricultural and veterinary official

Oct 21 202508:55