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110 pilot smart irrigation projects underway nationwide, deputy minister says

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110 pilot smart irrigation projects underway nationwide, deputy minister says 110 pilot smart irrigation projects underway nationwide, deputy minister says Tehran - Iran is implementing 110 pilot smart irrigation projects covering about 10,000 hectares nationwide as part of a broader push to boost water efficiency and deploy renewable energy in agriculture, a deputy agriculture minister said. Safdar Niyazi Shahraki, deputy for water and soil affairs at the Agriculture Ministry, told IRNA the p

Feb 9 202608:15

Iran contains new FMD strain through mass vaccination

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Iran contains new FMD strain through mass vaccination Iran contains new FMD strain through mass vaccination Tehran - Iran has successfully contained a new strain of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) after vaccinating 8.8 million head of cattle within three months, the head of the Iran Veterinary Organization announced. Mohammad Reza Rafiepour said that 10.6 million vaccine doses covering all FMD strains were administered nationwide in the first nine months of the year, with nearly 8.8 million doses

Jan 5 202611:18

Drones, defoliant hormones revolutionizing cotton harvesting in Ardabil, official says

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Drones, defoliant hormones revolutionizing cotton harvesting in Ardabil, official says Drones, defoliant hormones revolutionizing cotton harvesting in Ardabil, official says Ardabil - The use of drone spraying and defoliant hormones has revolutionized mechanized cotton harvesting in Iran’s Moghan region, located in Ardabil, a mountainous province with lush landscape in northwest Iran, cutting costs and boosting product quality, according to the head of the Technical and Engineering Researc

Nov 10 202509:18

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

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

Greenhouse cultivation key to food security: Agriculture Minister

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Greenhouse cultivation key to food security: Agriculture Minister Greenhouse cultivation key to food security: Agriculture Minister Ardabil Province – The Iranian minister of agriculture hailed greenhouse cultivation as a crucial solution for Iran's dry climate and an essential tool for achieving food security. Addressing the inauguration of the Qarah Qabaq greenhouse complex in Parsabad Moghan in the northwestern province of Ardabil, Gholamreza Nouri said, “Greenhouses are a

May 11 202508:21

160,000 ha of farmland to go under sugar beet cultivation: Official

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160,000 ha of farmland to go under sugar beet cultivation: Official 160,000 ha of farmland to go under sugar beet cultivation: Official Tehran - A record amount of sugar beet is estimated to be produced from both spring and fall cultivation to be carried out on 160,000 hectares of plantations across the country, according to an official with the Agriculture Ministry. Peyman Hesadi, the operator of the sugar beet plan of the ministry, said, “Some 160,000 hectares of agricultural land in

May 11 202508:05

Minister unveils renewable energy plans aimed at boosting agriculture

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Minister unveils renewable energy plans aimed at boosting agriculture Minister unveils renewable energy plans aimed at boosting agriculture Ardabil - The Agriculture Minister has declared a firm government commitment to streamline land allocation and import of solar panels, indicating a resolute push to strengthen Iran's agricultural industry. Speaking to entrepreneurs in Ardabil province, Gholamreza Nouri underscored the region's considerable agricultural potential and detailed the governme

May 10 202509:49

Iran Introduces 2 new chickpea varietie

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Iran Introduces 2 new chickpea varietie Iran Introduces 2 new chickpea varietie Tehran – The Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO) has unveiled two new high-yielding chickpea varieties designed for rainfed farming in cold and semi-arid regions. Developed by researchers at the Dryland Agricultural Research Institute, “Alvand” and “Ekbatan” - these winter-sown varieties - boast enhanced resilience to cold, drought, and diseases, alongs

Apr 21 202506:11