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

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

Sep 22 202505:52

Iran secures eighth place in global silk yarn production

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Iran secures eighth place in global silk yarn production Iran secures eighth place in global silk yarn production 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 fo

Sep 17 202510:36

Red meat output in Iran rises, deputy minister says

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Red meat output in Iran rises, deputy minister says Red meat output in Iran rises, deputy minister says 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

Sep 7 202511:01

Iran Veterinary Organization oversees 18m tons of animal products annually

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Iran Veterinary Organization oversees 18m tons of animal products annually Iran Veterinary Organization oversees 18m tons of animal products annually 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 task

Aug 30 202509:27

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

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

Aug 24 202513:07

Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil

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Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil Tehran — Iran’s livestock industry has become the country's second most important economic sector after oil, playing a pivotal role in national food security and export revenues, according to senior agricultural officials. Alireza Rafiee-Pour, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Head of the Iran Veterinary Organization, said th

Jul 28 202512:57

Iran encouraging poultry farmers to ramp up production

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Iran encouraging poultry farmers to ramp up production Iran encouraging poultry farmers to ramp up production Tehran – In an effort to safeguard national food security, the Ministry of Agriculture has introduced a series of targeted measures to encourage poultry farmers to ramp up production, according to the Deputy Minister for Livestock Production Affairs. Mohammad Ebrahim Hassan-Nejad said that ensuring adequate protein in household diets remains a top priority amid current economic a

Jul 20 202511:13

Iran forecasts 1,400 tons of fresh silk cocoon production this spring

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Iran forecasts 1,400 tons of fresh silk cocoon production this spring Iran forecasts 1,400 tons of fresh silk cocoon production this spring Tehran – Iran is expected to produce between 1,350 and 1,400 tons of fresh silk cocoons during the current spring silkworm rearing season, according to the head of the National Sericulture Center. To support this year's production cycle, a total of 38,814 boxes of silkworm eggs have been distributed among approximately 21,000 sericulturists in variou

Jul 17 202511:58

Iran, Oman to strengthen veterinary ties

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Iran, Oman to strengthen veterinary ties Iran, Oman to strengthen veterinary ties Tehran - Iran and Oman have agreed to expand bilateral cooperation in the veterinary field following the conclusion of a high-level meeting in Tehran between Omani veterinary officials, Iranian authorities, and representatives of the private sector. The meeting marked the end of a 12-day official visit by the Omani delegation, during which they toured a range of livestock and poultry facilities across Iran. Dis

Jun 3 202512:13

Iran silkworm genetic diversity reaches unprecedented levels

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Iran silkworm genetic diversity reaches unprecedented levels Iran silkworm genetic diversity reaches unprecedented levels Rasht – Iran's silkworm breeding program has achieved a significant breakthrough, increasing its genetic diversity to an impressive 122 distinct lines. Reza Soorati Zanjani, head of the National Silk Research Center, announced this, emphasizing that this unique genetic breadth is a testament to the center's dedicated research efforts. He also highlighted Iran's h

Jun 2 202505:53