IOFS urges launch of strategic initiative to secure food security across Muslim countries

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Tehran – Leading officials from the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) have called for a radical shift in agricultural policy, urging the integration of "cutting-edge science with boots-on-the-ground practice" to safeguard food security across the Islamic world. Speaking at the high-level symposium of "Climate-Smart Livestock Adapting to a Changing Environment," Khosrow Naziri, Deputy Director General of the IOFS, said that technical progress must transcend basic biological re

Dec 26 202511:36

Razi Institute says exporting biological products to regional markets

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Alborz - Iran's Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute has emerged as a critical center for biological excellence in the Middle East, producing upwards of 250,000 vials of snake and scorpion antivenom annually, according to the head of the prestigious institute. The facility’s entire production lifecycle - including the development and modernization of antivenoms - is governed by rigorous clinical trials and strict adherence to international scientific protocols, Dr. Ali Es-Haghi said

Dec 26 202511:32

Indigenous livestock genetics key to climate adaptation: ASRI

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Tehran - The head of Animal Science Research Institute of Iran (ASRI) says the strategic use of indigenous livestock genetic resources is a critical tool for addressing climate change and strengthening food security. Speaking on the sidelines of a scientific roundtable attended by representatives from 10 member states of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) on Monday, Hassan Khamisabadi said climate change poses growing challenges to agricultural systems across Islamic countries.

Dec 22 202511:28

Iran’s AREEO hosts intl. event on smart livestock farming

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Tehran - An international scientific roundtable on “Climate-Adapted Smart Livestock Farming” was held on Monday under the auspices of Iran’s Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO). The event brought together delegations from 10 member states of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS), along with ambassadors from several Persian Gulf countries, focusing on exchanging scientific insights and practical experiences related to livestock devel

Dec 22 202511:23

Iran unveils ‘black rosewater’

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Tehran - An innovative Damask rose–based product known as “Black Rosewater” was officially unveiled during Research and Technology Week at the School of Medicine of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, in the presence of Iran’s Minister of Health, Treatment and Medical Education. The product has been developed by Asia Medicinal Plants Tissue Culture, a knowledge-based company. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the company’s CEO, Iraj Rastgar, described Black

Dec 21 202512:18

Iranian envoy calls for stronger regional agri-tech cooperation at CGIAR meeting

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Abu Dhabi - Hassan Momeni, Director General of Scientific Communications and International Cooperation at Iran’s Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), represented Iran and the West Asia–North Africa (WANA) region at the 23rd meeting of the CGIAR System Council. The summit, held in Abu Dhabi, focused on advancing scientific and technical strategies across the world’s leading agricultural research network. During the meeting, Dr. Momeni held high-

Dec 19 202506:52

Iran establishes first national AI Task Force for Agriculture and Natural Resources

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Tehran — Iran’s Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO) has launched the country’s first National Artificial Intelligence Task Force for Agriculture and Natural Resources, a landmark initiative aimed at enabling smart management of agricultural production, water resources, pests, and crops as part of the transition toward knowledge-based agriculture. According to Tasnim News Agency, the Ministry of Agriculture Jihad announced the move in a statemen

Dec 16 202511:06

Razi Institute to expand vaccine portfolio with new poultry products

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Tehran – Iran’s prestigious Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute is set to further expand its vaccine portfolio by developing and launching new poultry vaccines, with a strong emphasis on avian influenza research, according to a senior official. Speaking on the sidelines of a joint scientific and research achievements meeting between the Razi Institute and the Iran Veterinary Organization on poultry diseases, Mohammad Abdolshah, Director of Research and Diagnosis of Diseases i

Dec 14 202510:19

Iran Pangasius exports to Iraq underway, official says

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Tehran — Iran has begun exporting ornamental Pangasius fish to Iraq, marking a new milestone in domestic aquaculture, according to the head of the Inland Waters Aquatic Resources Research Center. Abdolazim Fazel said Pangasius, bred at the center alongside two other ornamental species, has reached export-ready size, with 40–50 gram fish now being shipped abroad. He noted that the country has moved close to self-sufficiency in Pangasius production after years of reliance on impor

Dec 13 202511:48

Iran launches commercial harvest of papaya

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North Khorasan - Iran has begun harvesting papaya, a high-value tropical fruit originally native to the warm climates of Central America. A new papaya greenhouse established at the Imam Reza Greenhouse Complex in North Khorasan Province represents a major research and commercial development, according to a report by the official website of the Ministry of Agriculture. Covering 7,000 square meters, the facility has now entered full production, marking a significant step forward in Iran’

Dec 12 202508:38