Takestan launches early grape harvest, eyes export growth

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Takestan launches early grape harvest, eyes export growth Takestan launches early grape harvest, eyes export growth Takestan – The early-season grape harvest is now underway in Takestan, Iran’s largest grape-producing city in Qazvin province, signaling new opportunities for both domestic sales and international exports. Thanks to the introduction of high-yield commercial varieties, growers are not only increasing productivity but also tapping into lucrative foreign markets. While m

Aug 11 202511:28

Wheat harvest underway in northwestern Iran’s Maragheh

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Wheat harvest underway in northwestern Iran’s Maragheh Wheat harvest underway in northwestern Iran’s Maragheh Maragheh – The annual wheat harvest has begun in Maragheh, a major agricultural hub in Iran’s East Azerbaijan Province, where approximately 1,000 hectares of farmland are devoted to wheat cultivation. Local farmers, who began planting the crop in autumn, are now reaping the rewards of months of work. Harvesting is expected to continue for several weeks, depending on weather

Aug 11 202511:17

Iran targets 10 percent water savings in 2025 National Crop Planting Plan

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Iran targets 10 percent water savings in 2025 National Crop Planting Plan Iran targets 10 percent water savings in 2025 National Crop Planting Plan Tehran – Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture has set a target to cut water use in the crop sector by 10% as part of its 2025 national crop planting pattern, according to a deputy minister. Gholamreza Golmohammadi, who also heads the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO), told ILNA that the organization is respo

Aug 11 202511:05

Zagros Botanical Garden sole genetic repository of Zagros regional plant species

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Zagros Botanical Garden sole genetic repository of Zagros regional plant species Zagros Botanical Garden sole genetic repository of Zagros regional plant species Khorramabad - The Acting Head of Lorestan Province’s Agricultural Organization highlighted that the Zagros Botanical Garden stands as the only genetic reservoir for plant species native to the Zagros climatic region, marking it as one of Iran’s most important botanical treasures. During his visit to the garden, Namdar Sayy

Aug 10 202509:55

Cultivation of Salicornia Plant underway in north of Iran

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Cultivation of Salicornia Plant underway in north of Iran Cultivation of Salicornia Plant underway in north of Iran Golestan - A delegation of national and provincial officials, researchers, and experts recently visited the Salicornia cultivation site in Gomishan County, in the northern Golestan Province, to assess the progress, challenges, and prospects for expanding this salt-tolerant crop in the region. Mr. Ranjbar, a researcher at the National Salinity Research Center, highlighted the urge

Aug 10 202508:50

Iran agriculture sector records 5.6 percent growth: Minister

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Iran agriculture sector records 5.6 percent growth: Minister Iran agriculture sector records 5.6 percent growth: Minister Tehran — The Iranian Minister of Agriculture marked National Journalist Day by praising the media’s role in supporting the country’s agricultural sector. Speaking at a ceremony attended by domestic and foreign journalists on Saturday, Gholamreza Nouri underscored agriculture’s central role in safeguarding national food security. “Food securit

Aug 10 202508:42

Iran has achieved 80 percent of crop planting goals: Minister

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Iran has achieved 80 percent of crop planting goals: Minister Iran has achieved 80 percent of crop planting goals: Minister Tehran - Iran's Ministry of Agriculture has successfully implemented 80% of its national cropping pattern for the past agricultural year, according to Minister Gholamreza Nouri. Addressing a recent parliamentary session, Minister Nouri said the government-mandated plan, which aims to scientifically manage agricultural production, considers several key factors, including c

Aug 8 202512:57

Dryland Agriculture key strategy for food resilience amid threats of climate change

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Dryland Agriculture key strategy for food resilience amid threats of climate change Dryland Agriculture key strategy for food resilience amid threats of climate change Tehran – As the effects of climate change intensify across Iran, a senior agricultural official has emphasized the urgent need to invest in and expand dryland farming (rainfed agriculture) as a cornerstone of the country’s food security strategy. Dr. Mozaffar Roostaei, head of the Iranian Dryland Agricultural Researc

Aug 5 202508:44

Iran, Pakistan exploring joint rice farming, CPEC link via Chabahar

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Iran, Pakistan exploring joint rice farming, CPEC link via Chabahar Iran, Pakistan exploring joint rice farming, CPEC link via Chabahar Islamabad – Iran and Pakistan are in talks to strengthen economic cooperation through joint agricultural projects and enhanced transport corridor connectivity, including plans for cross-border rice cultivation and linking Pakistan’s China-backed CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor) to Iran’s strategic Chabahar Port, a senior Iranian official

Aug 5 202508:24

Khuzestan becomes Iran’s leading center for cut flower production

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Khuzestan becomes Iran’s leading center for cut flower production Khuzestan becomes Iran’s leading center for cut flower production Ahvaz – Khuzestan Province has solidified its position as Iran’s national hub for cut flower production, contributing significantly to both domestic supply and export markets. According to Javad Soltani-Kazemi, head of the Khuzestan Agricultural Organization, the province produces over 170 million stems of flowers and ornamental plants annually, earnin

Aug 4 202508:14