Iran among world’s top ten producers of poultry meat, eggs

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Tehran - Iran has secured its place among the world’s top ten producers of poultry meat and eggs, surpassing the targets set in the country’s Seventh Development Plan, according to the Director-General of the Poultry Office at the Ministry of Agriculture. Mehrab Faraji emphasized that production and exports continue steadily, fueled by domestic expertise and local capabilities. He noted that over 3.1 million tons of poultry meat were produced last year, with similar or higher vol

Nov 15 202510:43

East Azarbaijan emerges as major hub for egg production in Iran

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Tabriz – East Azarbaijan Province, in northwest of Iran, has solidified its position as one of Iran’s leading centers for poultry production, contributing nearly 10 percent of the country’s total egg output, according to the head of the provincial Agricultural Organization. Shahram Shafiei said that the province produces around 116,000 tons of eggs annually, playing a key role in meeting domestic demand and stabilizing prices across the national market. He praised the provi

Nov 3 202511:26

West Azarbaijan produces 250 tons of rainbow trout, 10m eyed eggs: Official

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West Azarbaijan - A new SPF rainbow trout project in West Azarbaijan, in the northwest of Iran, has added 250 tons of fish to the national food basket and produced 10 million eyed eggs to boost aquaculture, according to the head of Iran’s National Artemia Research Center. Dr. Nekouifard highlighted the vital role of Artemia as a key larval feed for aquatic species, noting that global demand exceeds 5,000 tons, mostly sourced from natural saline lakes in China, Russia, and the US, while c

Nov 1 202511:37

Iran to begin direct pistachio export to Europe from Yazd province: Deputy minister

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Yazd –Iran will soon begin direct pistachio exports to Europe from the central province of Yazd, according to Deputy Agriculture Minister Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi. Boroumandi announced this during a recent visit to the Pishgaman Dry Port in Yazd. He added that, following the government’s newly issued regulations, all agricultural products sold domestically must now carry identification codes to ensure traceability and transparency - a policy in which Yazd is poised to serve as a

Oct 11 202509:41

Iran has achieved global standing in livestock production, says IVO head

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Tehran – Iran has achieved a top global standing in livestock production while recording substantial growth in the domestic manufacture of veterinary medicines and supplements, according to the head of the Iranian Veterinary Organization (IVO). Alireza Rafiepour reported that in less than a year, targeted support for domestic companies has led to a 65% surge in feed supplement production, a 57% increase in veterinary pharmaceuticals (both liquid and solid forms), and a 30% rise in manufa

Oct 8 202510:04

IVO head calls for expansion of core Industries in agriculture, livestock

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Tehran - The head of Iran’s Veterinary Organization (IVO) underlined the urgent need to expand upstream and core industries in the veterinary and agricultural sectors. Alireza Rafieepour said that boosting the production of veterinary medicines, sanitary products, and livestock-related industries could generate substantial added value for the economy while creating new jobs across the country. Effective management of the nation’s livestock population, including small and large a

Sep 22 202505:52

Iran secures eighth place in global silk yarn production

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Tehran – Iran has been ranked eighth among the world’s leading producers of silk yarn, according to Habibollah Rezadoost, head of the National Sericulture Development Center. Rezadoost made the announcement during a meeting with a delegation from Uzbekistan’s Silk Industry Union. He underlined the significance of Gilan Province as the country’s main hub for tea, rice, and silk production, stressing the need to expand cooperation between Iran and Uzbekistan in the fiel

Sep 17 202510:36

Red meat output in Iran rises, deputy minister says

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Tehran - Iran’s livestock and poultry sector has recorded sustained growth over the past year, supported by productivity gains, improved feeding models, and stronger farm management practices, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Mohammad Ebrahim Hassan-Nejad, Deputy Minister for Livestock Production, said red meat output has reached 947,000 tons - up 3 percent since the start of the 14th government - while raw milk production has risen 2 percent to 13.05 million tons. “The

Sep 7 202511:01

Iran Veterinary Organization oversees 18m tons of animal products annually

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Tehran - The head of Iran’s Veterinary Organization announced that roughly 18 million tons of animal products - including red meat, poultry, eggs, milk, honey, and seafood - are produced each year under strict veterinary supervision to ensure their safety and quality. Alireza Rafieepour further noted that the Ministry of Agriculture is tasked with guaranteeing food security, while the Veterinary Organization specifically protects the health of raw animal protein products, monitoring them

Aug 30 202509:27

Exports of edible eggs to 9 countries from East Azarbaijan on rise: Official

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East Azarbaijan – An official with the East Azarbaijan’s Veterinary Organization announced a significant 79% increase in edible egg exports from the province to nine countries. According to Director General Mehdi Hami, 4,600 tons of edible eggs have been shipped abroad since the start of 2025, compared to 2,577.6 tons in the same period last year - a jump achieved through 193 shipments, up from 102 shipments previously. “The exported eggs reached markets in Qatar, Bahrain,

Aug 24 202513:07