Iran, China launch joint rice research center, deputy minister says

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Iran, China launch joint rice research center, deputy minister says Iran, China launch joint rice research center, deputy minister says Tehran – Iran’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture has announced the establishment of a joint Iran–China Rice Research Center aimed at developing hybrid and drought-resistant rice varieties capable of producing over six tons per hectare. The initiative also includes plans to import new high-yield sugarcane varieties from China with double the cur

Nov 1 202512:18

Azarshahr Iran’s global hub for split pea production

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Azarshahr Iran’s global hub for split pea production Azarshahr Iran’s global hub for split pea production East Azarbaijan - Azarshahr County in northwestern Iran has established itself as a leading center for split pea production in the Middle East and the world, according to the head of the county’s Agriculture Department. Hassan Alivand said that Azarshahr produces more than 140,000 tons of split peas annually, accounting for 99 percent of Iran’s total output. “Production

Nov 1 202511:55

FAO envoy: Iran tops world in saffron production

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FAO envoy: Iran tops world in saffron production FAO envoy: Iran tops world in saffron production Mashahd - A delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), headed by Mr. Farrukh Toirov, FAO Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, visited saffron farms and processing industries in Mashhad to observe the beginning of harvesting season and explore ways to enhance saffron quality and competitiveness. The field visit was headed by the Deputy Minister of

Oct 31 202510:21

Estahban Fig Orchards gain global recognition in Rome

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Estahban Fig Orchards gain global recognition in Rome Estahban Fig Orchards gain global recognition in Rome Rome – Iran’s Rainfed Fig Orchards of Estahban, in southern Fars province, have been officially inscribed as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS). The recognition was awarded to the Islamic Republic of Iran in honor of its enduring contribution to sustainable agriculture and biodiversity preservation in a ceremony held at the Food and Agriculture Organiza

Oct 31 202509:32

Iran aims to double water efficiency via AI, advanced tech

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Iran aims to double water efficiency via AI, advanced tech Iran aims to double water efficiency via AI, advanced tech Tehran - Iran's Deputy Agriculture Minister Safdar Niazi announced that the use of modern technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) could double the country’s water-use efficiency. Niazi emphasized that transparency and data-driven governance form the cornerstone of modern water management, enabling more accurate and sustainable decision-making. Speaking on Sunday a

Oct 28 202512:51

Iran produces over 90 percent of world’s saffron: Minister

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Iran produces over 90 percent of world’s saffron: Minister Iran produces over 90 percent of world’s saffron: Minister Tehran – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture announced that Iran accounts for more than 90 percent of global saffron production, reaffirming the country’s leading position in the market. Gholamreza Nouri, marking National Saffron Day, described saffron as a symbol of Iran’s cultural identity and agricultural heritage, noting its growing global recognition as &

Oct 27 202511:39

Iranian delegation visits China’s exhibition of advanced agricultural technologies

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Iranian delegation visits China’s exhibition of advanced agricultural technologies Iranian delegation visits China’s exhibition of advanced agricultural technologies Tehran - On the second day of its visit to China, an Iranian delegation toured the Exhibition of Advanced Agricultural Technologies in Shanghai, where the latest innovations in modern agriculture were showcased. The exhibition featured drought- and stress-resistant seed varieties, agricultural drones for spraying and seeding, and

Oct 26 202513:11

Iran, DR Congo discuss expansion of scientific, agricultural cooperation

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Iran, DR Congo discuss expansion of scientific, agricultural cooperation Iran, DR Congo discuss expansion of scientific, agricultural cooperation Tehran – Representatives from Iran’s Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute, the International Affairs and Specialized Organizations Office of the Ministry of Agriculture, the Iran Fisheries Organization, and the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock of the Democratic Republic of the Congo explored avenues for enhanced scientific and agric

Oct 26 202513:06

Iran, FAO sign document to enhance agricultural practices in Lake Urmia with support from Japan

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Iran, FAO sign document to enhance agricultural practices in Lake Urmia with support from Japan Iran, FAO sign document to enhance agricultural practices in Lake Urmia with support from Japan Tehran - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and with financial support of the Government of Japan, today launched a new project aimed at improving agricultural practices and water efficiency in the Urmia Lake

Oct 26 202510:06

Iran, FAO launch regional project to strengthen climate-resilient agriculture

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Iran, FAO launch regional project to strengthen climate-resilient agriculture Iran, FAO launch regional project to strengthen climate-resilient agriculture Tehran - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in cooperation with the Iranian government, has launched a new regional technical cooperation project aimed at boosting national and regional capacities for climate-resilient agriculture. According to FAO’s office in Tehran, the initiative — which also i

Oct 24 202512:28