Iran, China launch joint rice research center, deputy minister says

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Iran, China launch joint rice research center, deputy minister says Iran, China launch joint rice research center, deputy minister says Tehran – Iran’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture has announced the establishment of a joint Iran–China Rice Research Center aimed at developing hybrid and drought-resistant rice varieties capable of producing over six tons per hectare. The initiative also includes plans to import new high-yield sugarcane varieties from China with double the cur

Nov 1 202512:18

Iranian delegation visits China’s exhibition of advanced agricultural technologies

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Iranian delegation visits China’s exhibition of advanced agricultural technologies Iranian delegation visits China’s exhibition of advanced agricultural technologies 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

Oct 26 202513:11

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

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

Oct 24 202512:28

Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold

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Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold Kerman – The southern province of Kerman, covering more than 180,000 square kilometers, is one of Iran’s largest and most diverse agricultural regions. In the southern areas, irrigated wheat remains a key strategic crop, with 45,320 hectares cultivated in 2024 and production exceeding 160,000 tons. The average yield of 3.6 tons per hectare demonstrates strong productivity despite the province’s harsh, arid

Oct 24 202512:26

Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses

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Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses Iran unveils drought-resistant forage grasses Tehran - Iranian scientists have developed new drought-tolerant forage grasses that require as little as 350 millimeters of annual rainfall, marking the result of two decades of research at the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute. The project, led by Dr. Babak Nakhoda, focused on breeding low-water, eco-friendly perennial grasses to enhance food security, support livestock production, and prot

Oct 21 202512:37

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

East Azarbaijan, Iran’s leading almond-producing province

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East Azarbaijan, Iran’s leading almond-producing province East Azarbaijan, Iran’s leading almond-producing province Tabriz – East Azarbaijan, in the northwest of Iran, has become one of country’s major almond-producing regions, with 8,586 hectares under cultivation, including 8,316 hectares of productive orchards and 270 hectares of non-productive land, according to the deputy for Crop Production Improvement at the provincial Agricultural Organization. The province currently produc

Oct 17 202509:31

Iranian official highlights role of rangelands, pastoralists in sustaining ecosystems

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Iranian official highlights role of rangelands, pastoralists in sustaining ecosystems Iranian official highlights role of rangelands, pastoralists in sustaining ecosystems Tehran – The United Nations General Assembly has officially proclaimed 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, aiming to raise global awareness about the critical role of grasslands and pastoral communities in sustaining ecosystems and supporting rural livelihoods, according to Tarahom Behzad, Dire

Oct 14 202523:02

FAO highlights key role of Iran’s rural, nomadic women in achieving food security

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FAO highlights key role of Iran’s rural, nomadic women in achieving food security FAO highlights key role of Iran’s rural, nomadic women in achieving food security Tehran - On the occasion of World Food Day 2025, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, highlighted 80 years of commitment in improving food security and advancing sustainable agriculture while calling for stronger partnerships to achieve these

Oct 14 202523:01

Iran adopts innovative irrigation methods to combat drought in date plantations

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Iran adopts innovative irrigation methods to combat drought in date plantations Iran adopts innovative irrigation methods to combat drought in date plantations Ahvaz - Researchers in southern Iran are introducing modern irrigation and soil management techniques to help date palm growers cope with drought and water shortages. Nader Salamati from the Khuzestan Agricultural and Natural Resources Research Center said traditional surface irrigation methods are inefficient under current conditions.

Oct 13 202508:09