FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing

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Tehran – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS) have signed a letter of agreement to advance scientific methodologies for testing saffron authenticity. The initiative falls under the joint Technical Cooperation Program between FAO and Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture. Iran accounts for more than 90 percent of global saffron production, making the integrity of the supply chain essential for farmers’ l

Sep 22 202505:48

Ministry of Agriculture to launch specialized media studio for multimedia production

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Tehran - The Ministry of Agriculture will inaugurate a new specialized studio at its Public Relations and Information Center next week, aimed at expanding the production of audio-visual content. The announcement was made by Seyed Sajjad Hosseini, Advisor to the Minister and Head of the Ministry’s Public Relations and Information Center. Hosseini explained that the initiative seeks to enhance public awareness of agricultural programs, policies, and challenges, while encouraging greater

Sep 21 202514:47

Razi Institute joins WHO global cGMP Vaccine Training Marathon

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Tehran - The Razi Institute for Vaccine and Serum Research has joined the World Health Organization’s (WHO) sixth virtual cGMP Training Marathon on vaccine production. Announcing the participation, Dr. Soheila Moradi said the Institute’s involvement reflects its commitment to strengthening specialized expertise and aligning its vaccine production practices with international standards. The global training initiative, organized by WHO’s Local Production and Assistance (LPA)

Sep 21 202514:42

Gilan, Uzbekistan to launch joint silk committee

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Gilan - The northern Gilan province and Uzbekistan are set to strengthen cooperation in the silk industry with the formation of a joint committee, according to Deputy Governor of Gilan for Economic Affairs. Seyed Allahyar Mesbahi described Gilan as the historic cradle of silk production in Iran, emphasizing its untapped potential for collaboration with Uzbekistan. He noted that partnerships in knowledge and technology exchange, investment in textile industries, joint branding, and organizing

Sep 17 202510:33

Tehran to host 17th IBEX 2025

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Tehran – The Iranian capital Tehran is set to host the 17th International Exhibition of the Grain, Flour, and Bread Industry (IBEX 2025) from September 17 to 20, 2025, at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds. Recognized as one of the region’s largest and most specialized events in the grain and bakery sector, IBEX 2025 will bring together domestic and international companies, industry experts, and technology providers to showcase the latest innovations in grain production

Sep 14 202513:38

Iranian scientists reach 99 percent accuracy in detecting wheat yellow rust

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Mashhad - Iranian researchers have achieved up to 99% accuracy in detecting wheat yellow rust using aerial imaging and advanced image-processing technologies, according to the Khorasan Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Center. Lead researcher Mohammad Hossein Saeedi-Rad said the project combined both laboratory and field experiments, demonstrating the high potential of aerial imaging in identifying the fungal disease that threatens wheat yields worldwide. “In the greenhous

Sep 14 202509:48

Iranian farmer wins global award for innovative agriculture

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Ilam — Mahmoud Rahdari, a pioneering farmer from Helilani in Ilam Province, has won the Watsave 2025 Award, securing first place in the farmer category among participants from 106 countries. He was also Iran’s sole representative at the World Irrigation Council in Malaysia. Rahdari received the honor for successfully applying advanced irrigation systems and sustainable farming practices that have reduced water consumption by 30 to 60 percent while introducing smart water manageme

Sep 13 202511:12

Iran sounds alarm on climate linked threats to global ‘life giving arteries’

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Tehran – Iran’s Agriculture Minister urged swift and unified global action to address interconnected environmental crises, from climate change to desertification, during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Governors for the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management. Addressing a gathering of national and international delegates on Monday, Minister Gholamreza Nouri framed the challenges as a critical threat to both nature and human livelihood. He opened his remark

Sep 9 202511:42

FAO representative highlights cooperatives’ role in advancing agriculture sector in Iran

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Tehran - The event, co-organized by the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United Nations, was attended by H.E. Gholamreza Nouri, Minister of Agriculture, H.E. Ahmad Meydari, Minister of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare, as well as numerous ambassadors, senior government officials, and international representatives. Speaking as a panel member in a specialized session, Mr. Toirov emphasized that cooperatives are unique structures where individuals come together to pursue

Sep 7 202510:20

Iran to develop fisheries hubs in southern coasts to boost food security

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Tehran – Iran is advancing a plan to establish specialized fisheries towns along its southern coastline, a move officials say will strengthen national food security, create sustainable jobs, and support export-driven economic growth. Peyman Eskandari, CEO of the Agricultural Towns Corporation, outlined the initiative as a strategic effort to harness maritime resources for long-term domestic and economic benefits. The project aims to enhance food self-sufficiency and increase non-oil ex

Sep 6 202512:14