AI essential for confronting climate change, deputy minister says

https://en.maj.ir/late/AI-essential-for-confronting-climate-change,-deputy-minister-says

AI essential for confronting climate change, deputy minister says AI essential for confronting climate change, deputy minister says Tehran - Iran's Deputy Agriculture Minister Safdar Niazi said Iran must urgently adopt artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to manage the growing impacts of climate change. “Smart agriculture and land management are now indispensable, just as the once-unknown Global Soil Partnership has become a standard international tool. Despite global advanc

Dec 7 202509:41

Iran Agriculture Minister reports 30 percent rise in seafood exports

https://en.maj.ir/late/Iran-Agriculture-Minister-reports-30-percent-rise-in-seafood-exports

Iran Agriculture Minister reports 30 percent rise in seafood exports Iran Agriculture Minister reports 30 percent rise in seafood exports Tehran – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture underscored the strategic role of aquaculture in provinces facing severe water shortages, such as Khuzestan, describing fisheries as a practical and sustainable alternative to high-water-use crops. During a visit to a major Fisheries Exhibition in Tehran, Gholamreza Nouri also highlighted a 30% surge in Iran

Dec 7 202509:33

2nd Intl Conference on Tropical Fruits and Dates slated for February

https://en.maj.ir/-News/2nd-Intl-Conference-on-Tropical-Fruits-and-Dates-slated-for-February-

2nd Intl Conference on Tropical Fruits and Dates slated for February 2nd Intl Conference on Tropical Fruits and Dates slated for February Tehran - The Second International Conference on Tropical Fruits and Dates is scheduled to be held on February 14–15, 2026, in the southern province of Hormozgan, bringing together leading researchers, specialists, and industry representatives from around the world. The event will spotlight the latest scientific advances, innovative technologies, and gl

Dec 7 202509:27

Hamedan province Iran’s key hub for garlic production

https://en.maj.ir/late/Hamedan-province-Iran’s-key-hub-for-garlic-production

Hamedan province Iran’s key hub for garlic production Hamedan province Iran’s key hub for garlic production Hamedan - The western province of Hamedan has strengthened its status as Iran’s leading producer of garlic and shallot, according to the head of the provincial Agriculture Organization. Reza Bahramlou said roughly 3,500 hectares are under cultivation across the province, producing more than 60,000 tons of these crops each year. “Asadabad County, with 100 hectares devoted sp

Dec 6 202511:27

Fisheries export reach $400m in H1

https://en.maj.ir/editor-choice/Fisheries-export-reach-$400m-in-H1

Fisheries export reach $400m in H1 Fisheries export reach $400m in H1 Tehran - Hamzeh Rostampour, head of Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) announced a 20 to 30 percent growth in fisheries production compared to the current (Iranian calendar) year's forecasts and $400 million in exports of various fisheries and aquaculture products in the first half of the year (March 21-September 21). Making the remarks in Iran’s 9th International Fisheries Industry Exhibition (IFEX 2025), the official

Dec 6 202511:24

Hydroponic revolution amid water scarcity

https://en.maj.ir/-News/Hydroponic-revolution-amid-water-scarcity

Hydroponic revolution amid water scarcity Hydroponic revolution amid water scarcity East Azarbaijan - As Iran grapples with acute water shortages and the continued drying of Lake Urmia, an agri-tech company based in Khosrowshah, East Azarbaijan Province, has emerged as a leading example of resource-efficient, high-quality food production. Focusing on sustainable farming, food security, and a shift in cropping patterns, Yashil Kesht Fanavar Sahand is using hydroponic innovation to help ease pre

Dec 6 202511:15

Iran Agriculture Ministry issues important statement on livestock inputs

https://en.maj.ir/editor-choice/Iran-Agriculture-Ministry-issues-important-statement-on-livestock-inputs-

Iran Agriculture Ministry issues important statement on livestock inputs Iran Agriculture Ministry issues important statement on livestock inputs Tehran - Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture has released a pivotal statement on the supply and regulation of livestock inputs, announcing new measures to stabilize the market, improve distribution, and reassure producers amid certain reports and pressures. Following is the full text of the statement released on December 6, 2025: Attention! Dea

Dec 6 202501:13

iran

https://en.maj.ir/editor-choice/FAO-proposes-science–based,-farmer–friendly-water-solutions-in-Iran’s-Lake-Urmia-Basin

iran FAO proposes science-based, farmer-friendly water solutions in Iran’s Lake Urmia Basin West Azarbaijan - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, underscored the importance of collaboration, practical technologies, and localized approaches to enhance water-use efficiency across the Lake Urmia Basin. Speaking at the inception workshop of the “Effective Use of Agricultural Water in Lake Urmia&rdqu

Dec 5 202511:48

Hamedan still Iran’s leading potato production hub, official says

https://en.maj.ir/editor-choice/Hamedan-still-Iran’s-leading-potato-production-hub,-official-says

Hamedan still Iran’s leading potato production hub, official says Hamedan still Iran’s leading potato production hub, official says Hamedan - Hamedan Province has once again strengthened its role as the country’s primary center for potato cultivation, producing nearly one million tons through expanded autumn planting, according to the head of the Hamedan Potato Growers’ Union. Kazem Reyhani highlighted the Ministry of Agriculture’s key contributions, including the provision o

Dec 5 202511:35

Iran marking National Soil Week concurrent with World Soil Day

https://en.maj.ir/-News/Iran-marking-National-Soil-Week-concurrent-with-World-Soil-Day-

Iran marking National Soil Week concurrent with World Soil Day Iran marking National Soil Week concurrent with World Soil Day Tehran - Held annually on December 5, World Soil Day 2025 focuses on urban landscapes with the theme Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities. World Soil Day aims to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources. In Iran, the national soil week is being marked with the theme ‘from soil and health to so

Dec 5 202511:21