President calls for climate-smart agriculture to combat water crisis

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President calls for climate-smart agriculture to combat water crisis President calls for climate-smart agriculture to combat water crisis Tehran – The Iranian President has demanded a comprehensive overhaul of agricultural planning, emphasizing the need for a national data system and climate-appropriate cultivation patterns. In a recent surprise visit to the Ministry of Agriculture, Masoud Pezeshkian warned that ignoring water and soil resources in development efforts is unsustainable,

May 12 202519:10

Greenhouse cultivation key to food security: Agriculture Minister

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Greenhouse cultivation key to food security: Agriculture Minister Greenhouse cultivation key to food security: Agriculture Minister Ardabil Province – The Iranian minister of agriculture hailed greenhouse cultivation as a crucial solution for Iran's dry climate and an essential tool for achieving food security. Addressing the inauguration of the Qarah Qabaq greenhouse complex in Parsabad Moghan in the northwestern province of Ardabil, Gholamreza Nouri said, “Greenhouses are a

May 11 202508:21

 Iran establishes Permanent Agricultural Crisis Secretariat to combat water scarcit

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Iran establishes Permanent Agricultural Crisis Secretariat to combat water scarcit Iran establishes Permanent Agricultural Crisis Secretariat to combat water scarcit Tehran – In response to growing climate challenges, Iran has taken decisive action to safeguard its agricultural sector. Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri announced the creation of a Permanent Agricultural Crisis Secretariat during a high-level meeting of the Crisis Management Headquarters. "The establishment of this per

Apr 28 202515:53

Iran, FAO launch ‘Soil Doctor’ project in Golestan

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Iran, FAO launch ‘Soil Doctor’ project in Golestan Iran, FAO launch ‘Soil Doctor’ project in Golestan Tehran - Golestan Province has been selected as the national pilot for the international "Soil Doctor" project in collaboration with the FAO, the deputy minister of water and soil at the Ministry of Agricultural said. Safdar Niazi Shahraki, during a meeting with economic activists and agricultural investors in Golestan Province provided a report on the FAO-linked "Soil Doctor" project, saying

Apr 21 202512:28

BRICS role in global food security ‘substantial’: Minister

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BRICS role in global food security ‘substantial’: Minister BRICS role in global food security ‘substantial’: Minister Brasilia – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture described the BRICS group of nations as a “significant force in the global landscape, making substantial contributions to economic cooperation and global food security.” Gholamreza Nouri made the remarks on Thursday addressing the 15th BRICS agriculture ministers' meeting in Brazil. What follows is th

Apr 18 202509:55

Agriculture Minister: Iran’s daily urea fertilizer production at 10,000 tons

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Agriculture Minister: Iran’s daily urea fertilizer production at 10,000 tons Agriculture Minister: Iran’s daily urea fertilizer production at 10,000 tons Tehran – Iran has achieved its target of producing 10,000 tons of urea fertilizer per day, Agriculture Minister announced on Tuesday. The milestone, reached with direct support from the President and coordination with the Oil Ministry, marks a critical step in addressing domestic agricultural demands, Gholamreza Nouri said. "This in

Apr 9 202510:46

Iran agricultural exports surge significantly

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Iran agricultural exports surge significantly Iran agricultural exports surge significantly Tehran – Iran recorded a 35% year-on-year increase in agricultural exports between March 2024 and February 2025, according to official trade data.A spokesperson for the Trade Development Commission of Iran's House of Industry, Mine, and Trade reported that the country shipped 9.4 million metric tons of agricultural, livestock, and food products during this period, generating $7.566 billion in reve

Apr 6 202509:53

Iran achieves over 90 percent self-sufficiency in sugar production

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Iran achieves over 90 percent self-sufficiency in sugar production Iran achieves over 90 percent self-sufficiency in sugar production Tehran – Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture has achieved over 90 percent self-sufficiency in sugar production, According to Peyman Hesadi, the director of the Ministry's sugar plants project. Pointing to the latest status of sugar production and the implementation of self-sufficiency policies under the Seventh Development Plan, Hesadi said that the minis

Mar 30 202514:02

Iran registers 27 indigenous sheep breeds

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Iran registers 27 indigenous sheep breeds Iran registers 27 indigenous sheep breeds Tehran – Iran's Animal Science Research Institute has officially documented 27 distinct native sheep breeds, each demonstrating specialized characteristics tailored to their regional environments, officials announced. "These breeds represent valuable genetic resources with exceptional adaptive qualities that make them ideally suited to specific climatic conditions across Iran," the Institute's director Ha

Mar 27 202506:39

Iran takes measure to protect endangered species

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Iran takes measure to protect endangered species Iran takes measure to protect endangered species Tehran – Public awareness of wildlife damage insurance is crucial for protecting both endangered species and rural livelihoods, according to the head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization. Sheena Ansari made the remarks during the signing of a key trilateral agreement between the Deputy Directorate of Natural Environment and Biodiversity, the National Environment Fund, and the Agri

Mar 17 202512:20