Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses

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Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses Tehran - Iranian scientists have developed new drought-tolerant forage grasses that require as little as 350 millimeters of annual rainfall, marking the result of two decades of research at the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute. The project, led by Dr. Babak Nakhoda, focused on breeding low-water, eco-friendly perennial grasses to enhance food security, support livestock production, and prot

Oct 21 202512:37

Iran reports record poultry production growth in September

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Iran reports record poultry production growth in September Iran reports record poultry production growth in September Tehran - Iran’s poultry sector posted record growth in September 2025, with total meat output from official slaughterhouses reaching 223,000 tons, up 8% year-on-year, a report says. According to the report carried by the Statistical Center of Iran, chicken production rose 7%, while turkey output jumped 34% compared to the same month in 2024. Chicken accounted for the bu

Oct 21 202512:35

Iran launches roadmap for marine-based economy

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Iran launches roadmap for marine-based economy Iran launches roadmap for marine-based economy Tehran - A new chapter in Iran’s blue economy began with the launch of a tripartite alliance between the Fisheries Research Institute, the Veterinary Organization, and the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO). The announcement came during the annual meeting of the Iranian Fisheries Science Research Institute, attended by senior agricultural and veterinary official

Oct 21 202508:55

AEOI head highlights importance of radiation tech in agriculture

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AEOI head highlights importance of radiation tech in agriculture AEOI head highlights importance of radiation tech in agriculture Ardebil – Radiation technology plays a vital role in improving the quality of agricultural products, reducing waste, and boosting productivity, according to the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI). Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the inauguration of the Northwest Radiation Center in Ardabil Province, Mohammad Eslami expressed gratit

Oct 20 202508:08

Iran, Vietnam begin partnership on apple exports

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Iran, Vietnam begin partnership on apple exports Iran, Vietnam begin partnership on apple exports Tehran – Iran and Vietnam have launched a new phase of agricultural cooperation aimed at expanding horticultural trade and initiating apple exports from Iran to Vietnam for the first time. According to the official website of the Ministry of Agriculture, Mohammad-Mehdi Boroumandi, Iran’s Deputy Agriculture Minister for Horticulture Affairs, met with a delegation from Vietnam’s Mi

Oct 20 202508:07

ECO Summit opens in Zanjan

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ECO Summit opens in Zanjan ECO Summit opens in Zanjan Zanjan – A three-day summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is being held in Zanjan, west-central Iran, with the participation of ambassadors and representatives from member states, according to the head of the Zanjan Agricultural Organization. The main objective of the summit is to showcase Zanjan’s production and export capabilities to regional and global markets, Mr. Keramati said. He added that the event inc

Oct 20 202508:05

Nuclear tech key to strengthening food security, Agriculture Minister says

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Nuclear tech key to strengthening food security, Agriculture Minister says Nuclear tech key to strengthening food security, Agriculture Minister says Ardabil – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture underscored the strategic role of nuclear technology in boosting food security and supporting farmers, calling it a powerful tool to address climate challenges and enhance agricultural productivity. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the Northwest Radiation Processing Center, Gholamreza No

Oct 18 202512:44

Iran expands global ties in biological pest control

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Iran expands global ties in biological pest control Iran expands global ties in biological pest control Isfahan – Iran’s Plant Protection Organization is expanding international cooperation in biological pest management, with new partnerships underway with several countries that have achieved notable success in eco-friendly pest control, announced the organization’s president. Speaking on the eve of National Plant Protection Day at the annual conference of provincial plant pr

Oct 18 202512:41

Agro-processing Industries, non-oil exports vital for food security: Official

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Agro-processing Industries, non-oil exports vital for food security: Official Agro-processing Industries, non-oil exports vital for food security: Official Tehran – On the occasion of World Food Day, the head of the Center for Agricultural Mechanization and Industries Development, underscored the crucial role of agro-processing and complementary industries as the link between production and consumption, driving efficiency across the agricultural value chain. Karim Zolfaqari noted that d

Oct 18 202512:21

East Azarbaijan, Iran’s leading almond-producing province

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East Azarbaijan, Iran’s leading almond-producing province East Azarbaijan, Iran’s leading almond-producing province Tabriz – East Azarbaijan, in the northwest of Iran, has become one of country’s major almond-producing regions, with 8,586 hectares under cultivation, including 8,316 hectares of productive orchards and 270 hectares of non-productive land, according to the deputy for Crop Production Improvement at the provincial Agricultural Organization. The province currently produc

Oct 17 202509:31