Iran achieves breakthroughs in sustainable caviar production

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Tehran – Iran’s International Sturgeon Research Institute has developed over 30 indigenous fish feed formulas and achieved self-sufficiency in key technologies for sturgeon breeding and caviar production, according to the institute’s head. Ali-Naghi Sarpanah said Iran can now harvest caviar without killing the fish, shorten production cycles, and fully control reproduction and feeding using a domestically synthesized LHRH hormone. The institute, based in Rasht, ranks among

Nov 3 202511:20

Iran sees major growth in autumn sugar beet cultivation

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Tehran - Iran has recorded a twentyfold increase in autumn sugar beet cultivation, reaching a production level of 2.4 million tons this year—a milestone described as historic by the head of the National Sugar Beet Research Institute. Speaking at a performance evaluation meeting, Abazar Rajabi emphasized that the expansion of autumn cultivation has not only strengthened the country’s self-sufficiency in sugar production but also led to substantial water savings, a key benefit amid o

Nov 2 202509:33

Iran, China launch joint rice research center, deputy minister says

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Tehran – Iran’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture has announced the establishment of a joint Iran–China Rice Research Center aimed at developing hybrid and drought-resistant rice varieties capable of producing over six tons per hectare. The initiative also includes plans to import new high-yield sugarcane varieties from China with double the current productivity. Gholamreza Golmohammadi, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Head of the Agricultural Research, Education, and Exten

Nov 1 202512:18

Iranian aquaculture institute drives innovation with UNDP support

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Tehran - With support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Iran’s Inland Aquaculture Research Institute has become a hub of innovation in the country’s fisheries sector. According to the institute’s head, the center has achieved major milestones such as the first artificial breeding of the native Zardepar fish, the development of the fourth generation of Tata carp, creation of a rapid VHS disease detection kit, and production of over 23 new seafood products,

Nov 1 202511:49

West Azarbaijan produces 250 tons of rainbow trout, 10m eyed eggs: Official

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West Azarbaijan - A new SPF rainbow trout project in West Azarbaijan, in the northwest of Iran, has added 250 tons of fish to the national food basket and produced 10 million eyed eggs to boost aquaculture, according to the head of Iran’s National Artemia Research Center. Dr. Nekouifard highlighted the vital role of Artemia as a key larval feed for aquatic species, noting that global demand exceeds 5,000 tons, mostly sourced from natural saline lakes in China, Russia, and the US, while c

Nov 1 202511:37

Razi Institute represents Iran at global vaccine summit in Bali

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Bali - Representatives of Iran’s Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute took part in the 26th Annual General Meeting of the Developing Countries Vaccine Manufacturers Network (DCVMN), held in Bali, Indonesia. During a high-level session titled “Vaccine Alliance Against Global Pandemics,” the Iranian delegation underscored the importance of strengthening regional and international cooperation in vaccine research, production, and equitable distribution. Dr. Ali Es’ha

Oct 31 202509:15

Iran produces over 90 percent of world’s saffron: Minister

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Tehran – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture announced that Iran accounts for more than 90 percent of global saffron production, reaffirming the country’s leading position in the market. Gholamreza Nouri, marking National Saffron Day, described saffron as a symbol of Iran’s cultural identity and agricultural heritage, noting its growing global recognition as “Iran’s Red Gold.” The minister emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation among research, agricul

Oct 27 202511:39

Iran, DR Congo discuss expansion of scientific, agricultural cooperation

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Tehran – Representatives from Iran’s Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute, the International Affairs and Specialized Organizations Office of the Ministry of Agriculture, the Iran Fisheries Organization, and the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock of the Democratic Republic of the Congo explored avenues for enhanced scientific and agricultural collaboration. During an online meeting last week, discussions focused on the Razi Institute’s readiness to export therapeutic ser

Oct 26 202513:06

Iranian researchers develop seed vaccine for bacterial fish diseases

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Ahvaz – The head of the South Inland Aquatic Research Institute in Ahvaz announced that the institute’s researchers have successfully carried out out-of-season breeding of common carp and developed a seed vaccine to combat bacterial diseases in fish. These achievements will help move Iran’s aquaculture industry toward greater self-sufficiency and reduce reliance on imports, Hossein Hooshmand said. Speaking at a press conference organized by the Iranian Fisheries Science Res

Oct 25 202511:54

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

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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 includes Afghanistan, Bhutan, and Mongolia — focuses on promoting the sustainable production of drought-tolerant and high-nutrient crops such as quinoa

Oct 24 202512:28