Chabahar

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Chabahar Chabahar, Iran’s gateway to Central Asia Tehran - Located on the shores of the Gulf of Oman, Chabahar is emerging as a key center for agriculture, aquaculture, and exports. Its strategic location, access to open waters, commercial ports, and fertile lands make it a vital link between Iran and Central Asia. Known as “Iran’s aquaculture paradise,” Chabahar – a port city in the southeastern Sistan-Baluchestan province - has over 40,000 hectares suited for shrimp f

Oct 14 202514:09

Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation

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Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation Tehran - Iran has been awarded the King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award 2024 in recognition of its leadership in soil conservation, education, and public awareness, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) announced. Farukh Toirov, FAO Representative in Iran, highlighted the country’s active role in th

Oct 11 202511:10

Iran calls for unified efforts to safeguard Hyrcanian Forest

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Iran calls for unified efforts to safeguard Hyrcanian Forest Iran calls for unified efforts to safeguard Hyrcanian Forest Mazandaran - The head of Iran’s Forests, Range and Watershed Management Organization underscored the need for collective action and coordinated efforts to protect the country’s UNESCO-registered Hyrcanian Forests in the northern province of Gilan. Speaking at a meeting of the Forest Affairs Department in Chalus, Reza Aflatooni described the Hyrcanian forests as

Oct 11 202510:55

Iran reviews progress on “One Billion Trees” initiative

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Iran reviews progress on “One Billion Trees” initiative Iran reviews progress on “One Billion Trees” initiative Tehran – Iran’s “One Billion Trees” Initiative is moving forward as officials reviewed its progress at a meeting of the Forests, Rangelands, and Watershed Management Organization (FRWMO). Reza Aflatooni, Head of FRWMO, said the program has revived abandoned nurseries and plays a key role in restoring the country’s ecosystems. He called for stronger pri

Oct 6 202512:17

Iran urges higher water, soil productivity in agriculture

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Iran urges higher water, soil productivity in agriculture Iran urges higher water, soil productivity in agriculture Tehran – Iran’s Deputy Agriculture Minister for Water and Soil called for urgent improvements in water and soil productivity to address climate change, declining rainfall, and limited resources. Speaking at the opening of the National Conference on the New Crop Year on Sunday, Safdar Niazi Shahraki said 3.3 million irrigation systems nationwide need upgrading to smart

Sep 29 202511:58

Iran says pursuing extensive measures to prevent, control zoonotic diseases

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Iran says pursuing extensive measures to prevent, control zoonotic diseases Iran says pursuing extensive measures to prevent, control zoonotic diseases Tehran – The head of Iran’s Veterinary Organization announced that a global initiative aims to eliminate human fatalities from rabies by 2030. Speaking at the National Conference on World Rabies Day at the Pasteur Institute of Iran, Alireza Rafieipour said the organization is pursuing extensive measures to prevent and control zoonot

Sep 29 202511:41

Iran joins global water scarcity framework

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Iran joins global water scarcity framework Iran joins global water scarcity framework Tehran – The Islamic Republic of Iran has officially joined the global framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture (WASAG), according to the country’s Iran's Deputy Agriculture Minister Safdar Niazi. Niazi said the membership will both enhance the country’s expertise in water and soil management and strengthen its role in specialized international forums. The decision follows Niazi’s

Sep 16 202507:54

Iranian farmer wins global award for innovative agriculture

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Iranian farmer wins global award for innovative agriculture Iranian farmer wins global award for innovative agriculture Ilam — Mahmoud Rahdari, a pioneering farmer from Helilani in Ilam Province, has won the Watsave 2025 Award, securing first place in the farmer category among participants from 106 countries. He was also Iran’s sole representative at the World Irrigation Council in Malaysia. Rahdari received the honor for successfully applying advanced irrigation systems and sust

Sep 13 202511:12

Iran sounds alarm on climate linked threats to global ‘life giving arteries’

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Iran sounds alarm on climate linked threats to global ‘life giving arteries’ Iran sounds alarm on climate linked threats to global ‘life giving arteries’ Tehran – Iran’s Agriculture Minister urged swift and unified global action to address interconnected environmental crises, from climate change to desertification, during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Governors for the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management. Addressing a gathering of national and internati

Sep 9 202511:42

Harvest of over 1,000 tons of pistachios underway in Southern Kerman

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Harvest of over 1,000 tons of pistachios underway in Southern Kerman Harvest of over 1,000 tons of pistachios underway in Southern Kerman Jiroft – The annual pistachio harvest has commenced in the orchards of southern Kerman, Iran's premier pistachio-producing region. According to Ahmad Ahmadpour, head of the South Kerman Agriculture Organization, the harvest began in mid-September in the orchards of the Esfanjeqeh district of Jiroft, the region's production epicenter, "Harvesting oper

Sep 8 202511:59