Olive groves key solution to global climate crisis, senior Iranian official says

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Tehran - Marking Iran’s National Olive Day, Deputy Agriculture Minister Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi highlighted the critical role of olive cultivation in addressing the global climate crisis. Boroumandi said olive groves are “part of the global solution” to climate change, noting their capacity to absorb and store carbon dioxide. He stressed that olives are not just an agricultural commodity but a pillar of food security, public health, rural livelihoods, and environmental su

Nov 29 202511:28

Iran Plant Protection Organization bans highly toxic insecticide

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Tehran - Iran’s Plant Protection Organization has removed the insecticide Oxydemeton-methyl from the national list of approved pesticides, citing serious health and environmental risks. According to a resolution passed by the organization’s Pesticide Supervision Board on October 12, 2025, the product - commercially known as Metasystox EC 25% and produced by Bayer CropScience (Germany) - has been banned due to its high toxicity to humans, animals, and pollinators. Officials said t

Nov 7 202511:57

AEOI head highlights importance of radiation tech in agriculture

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Ardebil – Radiation technology plays a vital role in improving the quality of agricultural products, reducing waste, and boosting productivity, according to the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI). Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the inauguration of the Northwest Radiation Center in Ardabil Province, Mohammad Eslami expressed gratitude for the launch of the facility - the eighth of twelve planned regional irradiation hubs - attended by the Minister of Agricult

Oct 20 202508:08

Nuclear tech key to strengthening food security, Agriculture Minister says

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Ardabil – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture underscored the strategic role of nuclear technology in boosting food security and supporting farmers, calling it a powerful tool to address climate challenges and enhance agricultural productivity. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the Northwest Radiation Processing Center, Gholamreza Nouri highlighted the importance of Ardabil Province as one of Iran’s leading potato producers, noting that with an annual output of over 700,000

Oct 18 202512:44

Iran expands global ties in biological pest control

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Isfahan – Iran’s Plant Protection Organization is expanding international cooperation in biological pest management, with new partnerships underway with several countries that have achieved notable success in eco-friendly pest control, announced the organization’s president. Speaking on the eve of National Plant Protection Day at the annual conference of provincial plant protection experts in Isfahan, Maryam Jalili-Moqaddam outlined the organization’s scientific and int

Oct 18 202512:41

Over 6,500 tons of agricultural products exported from Khorramshahr, Shalamcheh in August

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Khorramshahr — More than 6,500 tons of agricultural products were exported through the Khorramshahr and Shalamcheh customs checkpoints in August, according to local agricultural officials. Yaser Sharifi, head of Khorramshahr’s Agricultural Office, highlighted the strategic importance of the two border points in facilitating the supply of agricultural goods to both domestic and international markets. “More than 6,500 tons of agricultural produce were exported through the Kho

Sep 14 202509:42

Iran’s Plant Protection chief visits China’s largest container port in Tianjin

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Tianjin – The head of the president of Iran’s Plant Protection Organization visited China’s largest container port in Tianjin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. The visit by Dr. Marayam Jalili-Moqaddam aimed to enhance bilateral cooperation and gain firsthand insight into China’s advanced plant quarantine systems and phytosanitary protocols. According to the organization’s public relations office, the tour focused on understa

Jul 24 202511:49

Head of Iran’s PPO addresses SCO plant quarantine summit in China

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Tianjin – The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) convened a major summit on multilateral cooperation in plant quarantine in Tianjin, China, with the participation of senior officials from member states, including the Head of Iran’s Plant Protection Organization. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the summit took place on Tuesday and culminated in the signing of a joint declaration to strengthen collaboration among SCO countries in safeguarding plant health and enhancing

Jul 23 202513:09

Iranian drones on rise: From agriculture to rescue missions

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Tehran - Over the past two decades, Iranian knowledge-based companies have made notable efforts and contributed significantly to designing, building, and utilizing various types of drones for civilian purposes, including smart agriculture, cargo transport, maritime missions, as well as rescue and relief operations. Drones have become one of the most intelligent tools in the military, security, industrial, agricultural, and municipal services. The technology has revolutionized operations manag

Jul 12 202508:23

 Gamma radiation enhancing Iran agricultural efficiency: Official

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A senior official from the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said nuclear technologies like gamma radiation have hugely boosted the country’s ability to increase agricultural output and prevent food waste. Ebrahim Moghisseh, who leads agricultural research programs in AEOI, said on Wednesday that Iran has been using various forms of nuclear irradiation to produce crops that are resistant to drought and have better yield potential compared to varieties used in traditional agricultur

Jun 7 202517:22