Plant factories expediting production of healthy agri food in Iran

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Plant factories expediting production of healthy agri food in Iran Plant factories expediting production of healthy agri food in Iran Tehran – Iran is embracing plant factories as a groundbreaking solution for producing healthy, residue-free agricultural products, particularly leafy vegetables, a leading horticultural researcher has announced. A new frontier in Iranian agriculture is emerging from controlled-environment chambers that experts say could revolutionize how fresh produce is g

May 8 202606:41

Nitrate levels in Iran’s agricultural produce below global standards, AREEO chief says

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Nitrate levels in Iran’s agricultural produce below global standards, AREEO chief says Nitrate levels in Iran’s agricultural produce below global standards, AREEO chief says Tehran – Residual nitrate levels in Iran's agricultural produce are lower than international benchmarks, according to the head of the country's premier agricultural research body, who also stressed the critical role of public relations in a new national extension movement. Gholamreza Gol-Mohammadi, Head of the Agricu

May 8 202606:40

Iran reports major agricultural milestones

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Iran reports major agricultural milestones Iran reports major agricultural milestones Tehran – Iranian agricultural authorities have announced a series of significant developments over the past week, including the introduction of two new drought-resistant wheat cultivars, full absorption of mechanization loans in key provinces, and the unveiling of a commemorative stamp for a national reforestation drive. Iran’s agricultural sector witnessed a range of positive developments in the

May 8 202606:38

Iran agriculture deputies call for synergy to boost water productivity

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Iran agriculture deputies call for synergy to boost water productivity Iran agriculture deputies call for synergy to boost water productivity Tehran – In their first joint meeting, Iran's deputy ministers for crop production and water & soil agriculture emphasized water as the "central issue" of ministry policy, calling for greater synergy to implement the national cropping pattern and develop smart farms. Majid Anjafi, Deputy for Crop Production, said that despite last year's severe

May 5 202612:05

Iran marks 59th anniversary of PPO, a strategic pillar for agriculture

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Iran marks 59th anniversary of PPO, a strategic pillar for agriculture Iran marks 59th anniversary of PPO, a strategic pillar for agriculture Tehran – As Iran marks the 59th anniversary of its Plant Protection Organization (PPO), the agency's head has underscored its strategic role in safeguarding the nation's agricultural production through pest monitoring, pesticide regulation, early warning systems, and international cooperation. Maryam Jalili Moghaddam described plant protection expe

May 3 202609:51

Iranian researchers pioneer water-smart rice farming as mechanized transplanting begins in Gilan

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Iranian researchers pioneer water-smart rice farming as mechanized transplanting begins in Gilan Iranian researchers pioneer water-smart rice farming as mechanized transplanting begins in Gilan Gilan – In a major step toward sustainable agriculture, mechanized rice transplanting has begun in the northern Gilan province, timed to coincide with the first release of agricultural water and aligned with the region's science-based cropping calendar. The initiative, led by the Iran Rice Researc

May 2 202612:43

Gilan, a hub for tobacco cultivation

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Gilan, a hub for tobacco cultivation Gilan, a hub for tobacco cultivation Gilan – Iran's northern province of Gilan produces 600 tons of high-quality tobacco each year, supporting both the local economy and a major tobacco processing facility, a senior agricultural official said. Saleh Mohammadi, head of Gilan's Agriculture Organization, said tobacco cultivation provides jobs for 600 people in the province; The crop supplies raw material to a major local processing plant, helping reduce

Apr 28 202612:38

Khuzestan forecasts 1.5m ton sugar beet harvest

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Khuzestan forecasts 1.5m ton sugar beet harvest Khuzestan forecasts 1.5m ton sugar beet harvest Ahvaz – The southern Khuzestan province expects to harvest over 1.5 million tons of sugar beets from 26,000 hectares of farmland this season, a senior agricultural official announced. Koorosh Norouzi, cultivation director of the Khuzestan Agriculture Organization, said contracts have been signed with 14 sugar factories nationwide to process the crop. “Sugar beets are being cultivated a

Apr 28 202612:33

Iran to launch 2,000 model farms

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Iran to launch 2,000 model farms Iran to launch 2,000 model farms Tehran – Iran will establish some 2,000 model farms as part of nine major agricultural projects under the "Resistance Economy" initiative, a senior agriculture official announced. According to the head of Iran's Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), the projects aim to boost productivity and complete the value chain in key sectors, including saffron, pistachios, and rice. "Model farms will

Apr 28 202612:30

Iranian researchers produce 98 percent of national seed varieties

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Iranian researchers produce 98 percent of national seed varieties Iranian researchers produce 98 percent of national seed varieties Tehran – Researchers at the Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO) have developed the primary seeds for 98 percent of Iran's crop varieties, the organization's head announced. Gholamreza Gol-Mohammadi said research stations play a key role in food security and strategic reserves. Over 99 percent of wheat varieties currently culti

Apr 27 202611:48