FAO to host Global Smart Farming Conference on sustainable agrifood systems

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FAO to host Global Smart Farming Conference on sustainable agrifood systems FAO to host Global Smart Farming Conference on sustainable agrifood systems Rome – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will host the Global Conference on Smart Farming: Leveraging Data and Technology for Sustainable Agrifood Systems from July 1–3, 2026, bringing together policymakers, researchers, farmers, development partners, civil society organizations, and private-sector repr

Jun 20 202613:12

President launches 2,209 agricultural projects across Iran

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President launches 2,209 agricultural projects across Iran President launches 2,209 agricultural projects across Iran Tehran - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian officially inaugurated 2,209 agricultural projects nationwide during a virtual ceremony held as part of National Agriculture Week, underscoring the government's commitment to strengthening food security and rural development. The projects, unveiled with Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri in attendance, are designed to expand agric

Jun 15 202613:02

Sorghum forage gains strategic importance in Sistan and Baluchestan

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Sorghum forage gains strategic importance in Sistan and Baluchestan Sorghum forage gains strategic importance in Sistan and Baluchestan Sistan - Sorghum, a drought- and heat-tolerant forage crop, is increasingly being adopted by farmers in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan due to its strong adaptability to extreme climatic conditions, according to a report. “It has become an important component in securing livestock feed supplies in the region. Harvesting of sorghum for

Jun 13 202612:20

Mazandaran exports 90,000 ornamental plants to 6 countries

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Mazandaran exports 90,000 ornamental plants to 6 countries Mazandaran exports 90,000 ornamental plants to 6 countries Mazandaran – The northern Mazandaran province has exported nearly 90,000 ornamental plants to six countries during the first two months of 1405 (March–May 2026), according to the head of the provincial Agricultural Organization. Assadollah Teymoori said the province produced 128 million pots and cuttings of flowers and ornamental plants across 5,894 active greenhous

Jun 13 202612:17

Fars province becomes Iran’s ‘Brown Gold’ hub amid water crisis

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Fars province becomes Iran’s ‘Brown Gold’ hub amid water crisis Fars province becomes Iran’s ‘Brown Gold’ hub amid water crisis Fars – Fars Province, a major center for medicinal plants in southern Iran, is emerging as a national model for sustainable agriculture by expanding the cultivation of flixweed, a low-water-demand crop. Regarded as Iran’s “brown gold” hub, Fars has strengthened its position as the country’s leading producer of flixweed, highlighting its i

Jun 13 202612:15

Over 400 tons of watermelons from southern Iran, official says

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Over 400 tons of watermelons from southern Iran, official says Over 400 tons of watermelons from southern Iran, official says Fars - More than 400 tons of watermelons grown in Jahrom County in the southern Fars province have been exported to international markets over the past month, despite ongoing trade constraints and transportation disruptions, a local agricultural official announced. Sajjad Ghanaatian, head of Jahrom’s Agricultural Department, said agricultural exports are vital for

Jun 9 202618:51

’Agriculture Week to spotlight food security, national resilience’

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’Agriculture Week to spotlight food security, national resilience’ ’Agriculture Week to spotlight food security, national resilience’ Tehran – National Agriculture Week will serve as a platform to highlight Iran’s achievements in sustaining agricultural production, ensuring food supplies, and safeguarding national food security, according to the head of the Agriculture Week Commemoration Committee. Referring to the designation of June 11-17 as National Agriculture Week in Iran, Sey

Jun 8 202618:58

Ministry of Agriculture prioritizes active economic diplomacy in trade

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Ministry of Agriculture prioritizes active economic diplomacy in trade Ministry of Agriculture prioritizes active economic diplomacy in trade Tehran – Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture is pursuing a strategy centered on active economic diplomacy, market diversification, and strong support for domestic producers, according to the Deputy Minister for Management Development and Resources. Ali Teymouri said that with the appointment of new leadership in the ministry’s international

Jun 2 202612:20

Over 2,300 tons of lemons, dates exported from south to neighboring countries

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Over 2,300 tons of lemons, dates exported from south to neighboring countries Over 2,300 tons of lemons, dates exported from south to neighboring countries Jahrom – More than 1,500 tons of Lisbon lemons and 800 tons of dates have been exported from Jahrom County in Fars Province over the past month, according to the local director of Agriculture Department. Sajjad Ghana'atiyan underscored the importance of protecting farmers' livelihoods and noted the continued export of agricultural pro

Jun 2 202609:44

Gilan’s villa gardens an opportunity for farmers, official says

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Gilan’s villa gardens an opportunity for farmers, official says Gilan’s villa gardens an opportunity for farmers, official says Rasht – The acting deputy of the Plant Production Improvement Department of Gilan's Agricultural Organization has called for a shift away from monoculture, saying that the northern province's villa-gardens contain uncultivated lands suitable for growing saffron, blueberries, boxwood, ornamental shrubs, and other fast-yielding crops. Speaking to reporters, Manooc

May 29 202609:48