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

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FAO proposes science-based, farmer-friendly water solutions in Iran’s Lake Urmia Basin West Azarbaijan - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, underscored the importance of collaboration, practical technologies, and localized approaches to enhance water-use efficiency across the Lake Urmia Basin. Speaking at the inception workshop of the “Effective Use of Agricultural Water in Lake Urmia”, T

Dec 5 202511:48

Gilan hosts 20th National Caspian Horse Beauty Festival

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Gilan - The 20th National Caspian Horse Beauty Festival was held in Gilan province, situated along the Caspian Sea in northern Iran, celebrating one of Iran’s most iconic native breeds and highlighting ongoing efforts to preserve its legacy. Saleh Mohammadi, Head of Gilan’s Agricultural Organization, said the festival aims to reaffirm the identity of the Caspian horse and support the revival of this ancient breed in both the province and across the country. He noted that Gilan is

Dec 5 202511:32

UNESCO official hails soil as foundation of peace, food security

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Tehran - The Secretary-General of Iran’s National Commission for UNESCO says soil is far more than a physical resource - it underpins environmental sustainability, cultural heritage, peace, and global food security. Speaking at the International Symposium on World Soil Day, hosted by Iran’s Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization, Hassan Fartousi stressed the need for integrated watershed management amid growing environmental pressures. He noted that many UNESCO W

Dec 1 202511:22