Iran silkworm genetic diversity reaches unprecedented levels

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Rasht – Iran's silkworm breeding program has achieved a significant breakthrough, increasing its genetic diversity to an impressive 122 distinct lines. Reza Soorati Zanjani, head of the National Silk Research Center, announced this, emphasizing that this unique genetic breadth is a testament to the center's dedicated research efforts. He also highlighted Iran's historical significance in sericulture, pointing out that while white cocoons originated in China, yellow cocoons trace their

Jun 2 202505:53

Iran Razi Institute sends first shipment of Polio Vaccine to Venezuela

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Tehran – Iran’s prestigious Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute has successfully exported its first consignment of oral polio vaccine (OPV) to Venezuela. "Following an emergency request from the Venezuelan government and a visit by a high-level delegation led by Venezuela's Deputy Minister of Science to the Razi Institute, we reached the necessary agreement to supply the oral polio vaccine," Ali Eshaghi, head of the Razi Institute announced. The consignment was delivered t

Jun 1 202511:06

Razi Institute joins Iran official delegation at WOAH’s 92nd General Session

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The Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute (RVSRI) is participating as part of Iran’s official delegation at the 92nd General Session of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), held in Paris from May 25–29, 2025. The high-level assembly brings together global stakeholders to shape policies, strategies, and collaborative efforts in animal health. According to Razi Institute’s Public Relations, the Iranian delegation includes representatives from the Iran Veterinar

May 28 202510:10

 Agriculture Ministry launches smart farming system in third phase of crop pattern reform

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Tehran - Iran’s Agriculture Ministry is set to introduce an advanced smart monitoring system for its national crop pattern initiative, aiming to boost water efficiency and agricultural productivity, a senior official announced. Gholamreza Golmohammadi, Head of the Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), said on Tuesday that the third edition of Iran’s crop pattern plan has been officially distributed to provinces nationwide. The updated framework emphasiz

May 24 202505:40

FAO expert visits Iran to help boost pistachio competitiveness in global market

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Tehran - As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen Iranian pistachio export standards, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has dispatched a technical delegation to Kerman Province to assess and improve sampling and laboratory testing procedures for detecting contaminants in pistachios — one of Iran’s most valuable export commodities. The three-day mission was conducted recently under the joint Technical Cooperation Project of FAO and Ministry of Agric

May 19 202521:21

Iran president unveils major vaccine ecosystem tower

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Tehran - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has announced the launch of the Vaccine Ecosystem Technology Tower, a transformative initiative designed to establish Iran as a regional powerhouse in vaccine manufacturing and biotechnology. During a high-level meeting with officials from the Razi Institute and leading vaccine manufacturers, the President outlined the Tower’s role as Iran’s largest biotech hub, driving cutting-edge research, development, and production while attracting an

May 19 202521:11

Razi Institute will launch Vaccine Technology Ecosystem Tower

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Tehran – The Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute has officially launched its Vaccine Technology Ecosystem Tower, a pivotal and future-oriented project designed to serve as the central intelligence and strategic driver of Iran's national vaccine industry. The announcement was made last week by Seyed Reza Bani-Hashemi, head of the National Technology Tower Project Committee. He spoke to reporters from the Iranian Ministry of Agriculture's Public Relations Office on the sidelines of a c

May 18 202506:03

Iran expands IPM for rice after successful trials

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Tehran – Following successful pilot programs, Iran is scaling up the use of integrated pest management (IPM) in rice cultivation, which has demonstrated a reduction in chemical pesticide use, said the head of the Plant Protection Research Institute. Shahram Naeimi, speaking to the Ministry of Agriculture news portal on World Plant Health Day, highlighted the strategic importance of these IPM research and development projects and said, “Research into IPM for other crops like chickpeas

May 14 202521:31

Iranian scientists enhance efficiency in indigenous sheep production

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Tehran - Persistent efforts by Iranian animal science researchers, supported by the Ministry of Agriculture’s Animal Production Division and the Veterinary Organization, have yielded significant improvements in the production metrics of native Iranian sheep breeds, according to an official. This progress was announced by Hassan Khamisabadi, Director of the Animal Science Research Institute of Iran, said. He underscored that these joint ventures and focused research have enhanced the produc

May 5 202506:00

Iran, Malaysia strengthen Halal trade partnership

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Tehran – The Iranian minister of agriculture unveiled plans to deepen trade in halal products with Malaysia. During a high-level meeting with Malaysian Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Mohammad Sabu, on Wednesday, Gholamreza Nouri highlighted that the current annual trade volume between Iran and Malaysia, valued at approximately $120 million, falls short of the two nations’ vast potential. He further urged a significant expansion of commercial ties, emphasizing agricu

May 1 202509:16