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

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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 “Iran’s Red Gold.” The minister emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation among research, agricul

Oct 27 202511:39

Iranian delegation visits China’s exhibition of advanced agricultural technologies

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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 a range of other cutting-edge technologies aimed at boosting productivity and sustainability in the agricultural sector. During the visit, the hosts provided an ove

Oct 26 202513:11

Iran, DR Congo discuss expansion of scientific, agricultural cooperation

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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 agricultural collaboration. During an online meeting last week, discussions focused on the Razi Institute’s readiness to export therapeutic ser

Oct 26 202513:06

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

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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 Basin. The signing ceremony of this project was held during the President’s provincial visit to West Azarbaijan Province and attended by H.E. Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the I

Oct 26 202510:06

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

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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 includes Afghanistan, Bhutan, and Mongolia — focuses on promoting the sustainable production of drought-tolerant and high-nutrient crops such as quinoa

Oct 24 202512:28

South Khorasan showcases aquaculture potential at Iran - Afghanistan Expo

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South Khorasan - Situated in the eastern region of Iran, South Khorasan’s fisheries sector took an active part in the First Iran–Afghanistan International Trade and Investment Exhibition, showcasing the province’s vast aquaculture potential and paving the way for enhanced bilateral cooperation. According to the Public Relations Office of the Iran Fisheries Organization, aquaculture producers from South Khorasan Province presented a wide range of opportunities to domestic and

Oct 20 202511:34

Iran, Vietnam begin partnership on apple exports

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Tehran – Iran and Vietnam have launched a new phase of agricultural cooperation aimed at expanding horticultural trade and initiating apple exports from Iran to Vietnam for the first time. According to the official website of the Ministry of Agriculture, Mohammad-Mehdi Boroumandi, Iran’s Deputy Agriculture Minister for Horticulture Affairs, met with a delegation from Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment to explore ways of enhancing technical collaboration and boo

Oct 20 202508:07

ECO Summit opens in Zanjan

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Zanjan – A three-day summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is being held in Zanjan, west-central Iran, with the participation of ambassadors and representatives from member states, according to the head of the Zanjan Agricultural Organization. The main objective of the summit is to showcase Zanjan’s production and export capabilities to regional and global markets, Mr. Keramati said. He added that the event includes business-to-business meetings between local entr

Oct 20 202508:05

Iran expands global ties in biological pest control

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Isfahan – Iran’s Plant Protection Organization is expanding international cooperation in biological pest management, with new partnerships underway with several countries that have achieved notable success in eco-friendly pest control, announced the organization’s president. Speaking on the eve of National Plant Protection Day at the annual conference of provincial plant protection experts in Isfahan, Maryam Jalili-Moqaddam outlined the organization’s scientific and int

Oct 18 202512:41

FAO highlights Iran’s strategic role in regional food production, agricultural innovation

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Tehran - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, recognized Iran’s strategic position in regional food production and agricultural innovation. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 24th Tehran International Livestock, Poultry, and Industries Exhibition, he expressed readiness to expand technical and specialized cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran in advancing sustainable agricultural dev

Oct 14 202512:12