Sarabi cattle a strategic asset for Iran’s livestock sector

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Sarabi cattle a strategic asset for Iran’s livestock sector Sarabi cattle a strategic asset for Iran’s livestock sector Tabriz – The indigenous Sarabi cattle breed is one of Iran’s most valuable livestock genetic resources and a symbol of the country’s native livestock production capabilities, according to the head of the East Azerbaijan’s Agriculture Organization. Shahram Shafiei said the breed has adapted to local climatic conditions over generations and offers strong

Jun 22 202613:29

Iran, Kenya discuss expansion of agricultural trade, cooperation

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Iran, Kenya discuss expansion of agricultural trade, cooperation Iran, Kenya discuss expansion of agricultural trade, cooperation Tehran – Iran and Kenya have explored new opportunities to deepen agricultural and trade relations during a meeting between Kenya’s ambassador to Tehran and officials from Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture. According to a report carried by the official website of the Ministry of Agriculture, the discussions focused on leveraging the two countries&rsqu

Jun 22 202613:26

Domestic hybrid seed, vaccine production to strengthen food security

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Domestic hybrid seed, vaccine production to strengthen food security Domestic hybrid seed, vaccine production to strengthen food security Tehran – Iran’s domestic production of hybrid seeds and vaccines for the poultry and aquaculture sectors will help reduce foreign currency expenditures and strengthen food security, according to the head of the Innovation and Prosperity Fund (IPF). Speaking at the launch of national programs to develop hybrid seed production and livestock vaccine

Jun 22 202613:24

South Khorasan prioritizes greenhouses, food processing to boost agricultural efficiency

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South Khorasan prioritizes greenhouses, food processing to boost agricultural efficiency South Khorasan prioritizes greenhouses, food processing to boost agricultural efficiency Birjand — South Khorasan is focusing on the expansion of greenhouse cultivation and food processing industries as part of its strategy to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability, provincial agriculture officials said. Mohsen Esfandiyari, head of the South Khorasan Agricultural Organization, said gree

Jun 21 202613:22

Iran’s agricultural output reaches 139m tons, Minister says

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Iran’s agricultural output reaches 139m tons, Minister says Iran’s agricultural output reaches 139m tons, Minister says Tehran - Iran’s agricultural production has risen from 28 million tons in 1979 to 139 million tons in 2025, a 435% increase despite growing water shortages, Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said. Speaking during Agriculture Week, the minister said the growth reflects significant gains in productivity, with average crop yields increasing from 2.7 tons per hectare be

Jun 21 202613:18

FAO to host Global Smart Farming Conference on sustainable agrifood systems

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FAO to host Global Smart Farming Conference on sustainable agrifood systems FAO to host Global Smart Farming Conference on sustainable agrifood systems Rome – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will host the Global Conference on Smart Farming: Leveraging Data and Technology for Sustainable Agrifood Systems from July 1–3, 2026, bringing together policymakers, researchers, farmers, development partners, civil society organizations, and private-sector repr

Jun 20 202613:12

Iranian researchers develop livestock feed from sugarcane residues

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Iranian researchers develop livestock feed from sugarcane residues Iranian researchers develop livestock feed from sugarcane residues Tehran – Iranian researchers have developed a technology that converts sugarcane harvesting residues into livestock feed, offering a sustainable solution to reduce agricultural waste and support food security. The innovation, titled “Production of Livestock Feed Silage from Sugarcane Residues,” was developed by Afrouz Sharifi of the Khuzestan A

Jun 20 202613:06

Iran at global forefront in combating desertification, official Says

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Iran at global forefront in combating desertification, official Says Iran at global forefront in combating desertification, official Says Tehran — Iran is among the world's leading countries in combating desertification, thanks to decades of scientific research and large-scale land restoration efforts, Deputy Agriculture Minister and Head of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization Reza Aflatooni said on the occasion of the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought

Jun 19 202612:34

Iran set to emerge as region’s food hub, Agriculture Minister says

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Iran set to emerge as region’s food hub, Agriculture Minister says Iran set to emerge as region’s food hub, Agriculture Minister says Tehran — Iran is poised to become a major regional food hub, driven by economic reforms, expanding trade corridors, and the country's strategic geographic position, Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri said. Speaking to journalists at the 33rd International Iran Agrofood Exhibition, Nouri said Iran had successfully maintained the uninterrupted supply o

Jun 19 202612:30

Iran Agrofood 2026 kicks off in Tehran

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Iran Agrofood 2026 kicks off in Tehran Iran Agrofood 2026 kicks off in Tehran Tehran – The 33rd edition of the Iran Agrofood Exhibition (2026) was officially opened at the Tehran Permanent International Fairground in the presence of the Minister of Agriculture, marking the start of one of the Middle East's premier trade events for the agriculture and food industries. The opening ceremony was attended by Akbar Fathi, Deputy Minister for Economic Planning; Mohammad-Reza Talaei, Acting Depu

Jun 19 202612:27