Iran agricultural exports surge in first quarter

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Iran agricultural exports surge in first quarter Iran agricultural exports surge in first quarter Iran's agricultural sector is flourishing, with exports of food and agricultural products experiencing a significant jump in the first three months (March 20-June 20) of the current Iranian calendar year. According to the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA), the value of these exports soared by 29.8% compared to the same period last year. The weight of exported agricultural pro

Jun 30 202408:08

Iran aims to boost aquaculture output by 224,000 tons

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Iran aims to boost aquaculture output by 224,000 tons Iran aims to boost aquaculture output by 224,000 tons The head of Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) said the country has plans underway to boost the production of its aquatic animals by 224,000 tons. "The volume of Iran’s production of aquatic animals has increased from 1.3 million tons in 2022 to 1.4 million thousand tons in 2023, showing an increase of 5.8% year on year,” Hossein Hosseini said. He added, "With the introducti

Jun 27 202422:59

Iran grain production expected to rise in 2024, FAO says

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Iran grain production expected to rise in 2024, FAO says Iran grain production expected to rise in 2024, FAO says The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) forecasts a significant increase in Iran's grain output for 2024. According to the FAO's Food Outlook report, Iran's grain production is expected to reach 20.1 million metric tons (mt) this year, up from 19.8 million mt in 2023. This increase positions Iran as the 10th largest grain producer in Asia. While wheat producti

Jun 26 202405:20

CIRDAP eager to boost ties with Iran

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CIRDAP eager to boost ties with Iran CIRDAP eager to boost ties with Iran The director-general of the Asia-Pacific Integrated Rural Development Center (CIRDAP) voiced readiness to promote cooperation with Iran in various fields. In a meeting with Chairman of Iran’s Agricultural Planning, Economic and Rural Development Research Institute (APERDRI) Ali Kiani-Rad in Tehran on Saturday, the director general of CIRDAP pointed to the significant changes he had observed since his last visit to

Jun 23 202412:23

Iran, Uzbekistan explore ways to develop agricultural ties

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Iran, Uzbekistan explore ways to develop agricultural ties Iran, Uzbekistan explore ways to develop agricultural ties The head of Iran Plant Protection Organization and the ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Iran discussed ways to promote bilateral ties between the two nations in the sector of agriculture. In a recent meeting in Tehran on Wednesday, Zahra Jalili-Moqaddam and Fariddin Nasriyev explored ways to expand cooperation on agricultural and natural resources. They also stress

Jun 22 202409:35

Development of fisheries, aquaculture top on agenda, minister says

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Development of fisheries, aquaculture top on agenda, minister says Development of fisheries, aquaculture top on agenda, minister says The Iranian minister of agriculture said his ministry attaches great importance to the development of fisheries and aquaculture production. "The development of fisheries and aquaculture is top on the agenda of the Ministry of Agriculture,” Mohammad Ali Nikbakht said on Tuesday. He added, “To advance this strategy, our provincial organizations will

Jun 20 202411:15

Iran boosts domestic wheat purchases

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Iran boosts domestic wheat purchases Iran boosts domestic wheat purchases Iran has significantly increased its domestic wheat purchases this year, surpassing last year's figures by 200,000 tons, a senior official said. According to Alireza Mohajer, a senior official with the Agricultural Ministry, Iran has bought 4.4 million tons of wheat valued at over $1.3 billion since April. This comes under a national plan that guarantees the purchase of domestically produced wheat. He added that the

Jun 18 202412:35

Iran debuts AI-powered Captain Bee drone for smart agriculture

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Iran debuts AI-powered Captain Bee drone for smart agriculture Iran debuts AI-powered Captain Bee drone for smart agriculture Iran's Minister of Agriculture, Mohammad Ali Nikbakht, unveiled a new agricultural innovation at the recent Abadiran exhibition in Tehran - the "Captain Bee" sprayer drone. Developed by Sirang Co., an Iranian knowledge-based company, Captain Bee boasts unique wing designs and utilizes photovoltaic (PV) technology for extended flight times and improved performance. Rez

Jun 16 202407:27

Iran unveils new lab aimed at assessing nanotechnology in agriculture

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Iran unveils new lab aimed at assessing nanotechnology in agriculture Iran unveils new lab aimed at assessing nanotechnology in agriculture The Iranian Minister of Agriculture inaugurated a new reference laboratory that will take aim at evaluation of agricultural products incorporating nanotechnology. Mohammad Ali Nikbakht attended the unveiling ceremony during which various technological advancements co-developed by the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute and a dozen knowledge-based

Jun 16 202406:45

Iran economy grows by 5.7% in one year, fueled by non-oil sectors

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Iran economy grows by 5.7% in one year, fueled by non-oil sectors Iran economy grows by 5.7% in one year, fueled by non-oil sectors Iran's economy grew by a robust 5.7% in the past year (March 21, 2023 to March 19, 2024), according to the Statistical Center of Iran (SCI). This growth excludes the oil sector, highlighting the diversification of the Iranian economy. The SCI report also revealed a 3.4% growth rate when including the oil sector. Several key sectors fueled this expansion. The mining

Jun 14 202411:53