New labs launched at Iran Animal Science Research Institute

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Tehran - The Iranian livestock industry received a significant boost with the inauguration of new physiology and embryo production laboratories at the Animal Science Research Institute. Gholamreza Salehi Jozani, Deputy Minister of Research and Technology at the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (TATO), emphasized the transformative potential of these labs during the opening ceremony. "These cutting-edge facilities will play a crucial role in advancing animal scienc

Jan 1 202511:18

Iraq top destination for Iran agricultural products

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Tehran - Iran's agricultural and food exports experienced significant growth in the first eight months of the year, reaching a total value of $4.9 billion, according to a new report from the Tehran Chamber of Commerce's Economic Research Department. Compared to the same period last year, the value of agricultural exports saw a notable increase, rising by 1.4 percentage points. This growth was accompanied by a slight decrease in agricultural imports. Furthermore, the average price per ton o

Jan 1 202511:03

Knowledge-based companies key to Iranian agriculture s future official says

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Tehran – The head of Iran's Research, Education, and Extension Organization for Agriculture underscored the vital role of knowledge-based companies in achieving ambitious agricultural production targets outlined in the Seventh Development Plan. Gholamreza Golmohammadi said Iran aims to significantly increase its agricultural output to 160 million tons despite a projected decline in water availability for agriculture from 70 billion cubic meters to 50 billion cubic meters over the next fi

Dec 29 202409:20

New sugar beet varieties introduced to enhance autumn cultivation

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Tehran – The Deputy of Research and Technology at the Sugar Beet Research and Seed Production Institute announced the registration of 45 new domestic sugar beet varieties in the national plant variety list. Over the past decade, the institute has consistently introduced an average of two new varieties annually. These improved varieties are specifically bred for spring cultivation and exhibit enhanced resistance to key diseases such as rhizomania, rhizoctonia, and nematodes. For autumn cu

Dec 25 202410:55

Iranian scientists develop novel method for microalgae preservation

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Researchers at the National Gene Bank of Iran have successfully developed a novel method for the long-term cryopreservation of Haematococcus pluvialis, a microalgal species with significant commercial and research potential. This breakthrough represents a significant advancement in microalgal biotechnology. H. pluvialis is renowned for its high accumulation of astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant with numerous applications in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmeceutical industries. The

Dec 25 202400:02

Iran sets new record in rapeseed cultivation

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Tehran – The head of the Research Institute for Seed and Plant Improvement announced a remarkable 70% surge in rapeseed cultivation during the 2024 crop year. Mohammad Zamanian said the country’s total rapeseed production this year has surged from 145,000 tons to a record 280,000 tons compared to the same period last year. He emphasized the pivotal role of the institute’s Oilseed Office, highlighting it as a cornerstone of research activity within the institute. Underscor

Dec 24 202410:48

Iran unveils first drought-tolerant safflower variety

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Tehran – In a significant advancement for Iranian agriculture, the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute has successfully developed the country's first drought-resistant safflower variety. This breakthrough, announced by the institute's director, underscores the organization's commitment to improving crop resilience in the face of climate change. To further support this achievement, the institute has established a dedicated center for producing high-quality, disease-free seeds.

Dec 23 202416:03

Iranian researchers develop water-efficient cotton varieties

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Iranian researchers have developed two new cotton varieties that significantly enhance water efficiency, offering a crucial solution to the country's water scarcity. Qorban Qorbani, head of Iran’s Cotton Research Institute, announced that these new varieties can increase water efficiency by up to 20%. “This achievement aligns with the institute's primary objective to develop high-yielding, high-quality cotton varieties that maximize productivity while minimizing environmental imp

Dec 22 202411:13

‘Protecting Caspian Sea a global imperative’

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Tehran - Iranian Deputy Minister of Agriculture Hossein Hosseini stressed the urgent need to address the critical threats facing the Caspian Sea, namely overfishing and pollution. Addressing the 8th meeting of the Caspian Sea Commission, Hosseini emphasized that protecting this vital ecosystem is not merely an Iranian responsibility, but a global imperative for both economic and ecological sustainability. He reaffirmed Iran's unwavering commitment to all resolutions of the Commission for th

Dec 18 202414:00

Iran minister urges knowledge-based companies to modernize agriculture

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Tehran – Iran's Minister of Agriculture has outlined a vision to modernize the country's agricultural sector through the strategic use of knowledge-based companies. Speaking at the 25th Research Achievements and Technology Market exhibition, Gholamreza Nouri highlighted the importance of bridging the gap between research and practical application. To streamline the process of knowledge transfer, the minister emphasized the need to reform the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extens

Dec 17 202411:38