Iran seeking to diversify fodder options better suited to arid conditions

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Iran seeking to diversify fodder options better suited to arid conditions Iran seeking to diversify fodder options better suited to arid conditions TEHRAN – Iran is taking steps to enhance its feed self-sufficiency by shifting towards drought-resistant and salt-tolerant fodder crops. This move aims to reduce reliance on costly imported feed, such as soybean meal and corn, while simultaneously conserving water resources in a region grappling with chronic water scarcity. The Ministry

Dec 21 202415:55

Turkmenistan gearing up to host Iran Agrofood expo

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Turkmenistan gearing up to host Iran Agrofood expo Turkmenistan gearing up to host Iran Agrofood expo Ashgabat - Turkmenistan is preparing to host the largest agricultural event of the year – the 16th international specialized exhibition “Iran Agrofood”, which will be held in Ashgabat from December 16 to 18. The event promises to become a landmark platform for demonstrating Iran’s advanced technologies in the agricultural sector, the Union of Industrialists and Entr

Dec 16 202413:18

Iran ramps up autumn sugar beet cultivation

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Iran ramps up autumn sugar beet cultivation Iran ramps up autumn sugar beet cultivation Tehran - Iran has significantly ramped up its autumn sugar beet cultivation, with over 31,700 hectares of land currently under cultivation, according to a senior agriculture official.Hesadi, the executive of the Sugar Crops Project at the Ministry of Agriculture, announced that planting began in early October and is expected to continue until late December.To address growing water scarcity, the government is

Nov 27 202415:27

Iran makes strides in crop variety development

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Iran makes strides in crop variety development Iran makes strides in crop variety development Tehran – Iran’s Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri, announced significant progress in the country’s agricultural research during the 7th Crop Varieties Festival. Addressing the event, Nouri emphasized the critical role of advanced seed technology and new crop varieties in modern agriculture. “Improved seeds and new varieties are essential inputs for boosting agricultural p

Nov 20 202414:51

Iran advances agricultural innovation with new crop varieties

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Iran advances agricultural innovation with new crop varieties Iran advances agricultural innovation with new crop varieties Tehran – Iran has made significant strides in agricultural innovation, as highlighted by the 7th National Crop Variety Introduction Festival. Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri announced the development of 89 new crop varieties by Iranian researchers. Nouri emphasized the crucial role of improved seeds and new varieties in modern agriculture, stating, "In ad

Nov 16 202419:34

Iran sets new record for rice production

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Iran sets new record for rice production Iran sets new record for rice production Tehran – Iran's agricultural sector has achieved a significant milestone, with a 10% surge in rice production compared to the previous year. This remarkable growth is attributed to the implementation of advanced cultivation techniques. Sohrab Sohrabi, Director of the Agriculture Ministry’s Wheat and Rice Plan, highlighted the role of high-yielding seed varieties, land leveling, and innovative farmin

Nov 11 202414:46

Iran, Uzbekistan to strengthen agricultural ties

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Iran, Uzbekistan to strengthen agricultural ties Iran, Uzbekistan to strengthen agricultural ties Tehran - Iranian Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri met with Uzbek Ambassador Nasriev Fariddin Badriddinovich to discuss expanding agricultural cooperation between the two countries. During the meeting in Tehran on Thursday, Nouri emphasized Iran's ability to provide Uzbekistan with technical expertise, training, and research in areas like livestock breeding and drip irrigation. He praised th

Nov 8 202419:41

Iran extends initiative to boost dryland wheat output

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Iran extends initiative to boost dryland wheat output Iran extends initiative to boost dryland wheat output Tehran – Iran has extended its dryland wheat production initiative for another five years, Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri announced. The program, which was launched in 2020 in collaboration with the Execution of Imam Khomeini Order, aims to boost wheat production in the country's rainfed agricultural lands.Speaking at an event honoring the initiative's participants, attended

Nov 5 202414:08

Iran unveils new hybrid lettuce seeds

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Iran unveils new hybrid lettuce seeds Iran unveils new hybrid lettuce seeds Tehran – Iran has made significant strides in agricultural innovation with the development of seven new hybrid lettuce seed varieties. The new cultivars, unveiled by Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri at the National Center for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology of the University Jihad, are poised to enhance the country's vegetable production. Nouri emphasized the critical role of high-quality seeds in boosti

Nov 4 202411:37

Iran commemorates National Saffron Day

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Iran commemorates National Saffron Day Iran commemorates National Saffron Day Tehran - November 5th marks National Saffron Day in Iran, a celebration of the nation's rich history and significant economic contribution to the global saffron trade. Iran exported a significant 221 tons of saffron in 2023, out of a total production of 238 tons. These exports generated $208 million in revenue.Cultivated in Iran for centuries, saffron, often dubbed "red gold," is prized for its delicate, vibrant thread

Oct 26 202411:44