Yazd Research Center launches agri-voltaic project to boost pistachio production

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Yazd Research Center launches agri-voltaic project to boost pistachio production Yazd Research Center launches agri-voltaic project to boost pistachio production Yazd – Iran's Agricultural Research Center in central Yazd province has implemented an innovative agri-voltaic project, combining solar energy generation with pistachio cultivation to enhance productivity and address water scarcity. The project involves installing solar panels at an optimal height above pistachio trees. This set

Mar 9 202613:42

Iran targets 12m tons of wheat despite ongoing drought

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Iran targets 12m tons of wheat despite ongoing drought Iran targets 12m tons of wheat despite ongoing drought Tehran – Iran has set the target of producing more than 12 million tons of wheat during the 2025–2026 crop year, despite persistent drought conditions, an official said. Faramak Azizkarimi, Director General of the Cereals and Basic Products Bureau, announced the goal on Tuesday, stating the projected harvest would come from an estimated 6.5 million hectares. “The to

Mar 9 202613:37

Tehran veterinary chief pledges uninterrupted health inspections amid war

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Tehran veterinary chief pledges uninterrupted health inspections amid war Tehran veterinary chief pledges uninterrupted health inspections amid war Tehran - The Director General of the Tehran Province Veterinary Organization has reaffirmed the continuation of strict health inspections on raw animal products. Ahmad Shariati emphasized that operations remain fully active despite the country's wartime conditions, with livestock and poultry slaughterhouses and packaging centers continuing to funct

Mar 8 202623:36

Zanjan Province projects over 60,000 tons of poultry meat, 12,000 tons of eggs

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Zanjan Province projects over 60,000 tons of poultry meat, 12,000 tons of eggs Zanjan Province projects over 60,000 tons of poultry meat, 12,000 tons of eggs Zanjan – The west-central Iranian province of Zanjan’s animal production sector is on track to significantly exceed local demand this year, with officials projecting output of over 60,000 tons of poultry meat and 12,000 tons of eggs, a provincial official said. Mohammad Ali Sadeqi, Deputy Director of Animal Production Affairs

Mar 8 202623:26

Zanjan province on track to surpass poultry, egg production targets: Official

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Zanjan province on track to surpass poultry, egg production targets: Official Zanjan province on track to surpass poultry, egg production targets: Official Zanjan – With all poultry farms operating at full capacity, the west-central Iranian province of Zanjan is producing a substantial surplus of chicken and eggs far beyond local consumption needs, a top agriculture official announced. Mohammad Ali Sadeghi, Deputy Director of Livestock Production Improvement at the Zanjan Agricultural Ji

Mar 6 202622:11

Urban agriculture key to future food security

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Urban agriculture key to future food security Urban agriculture key to future food security Tehran - Rapid population growth, climate change, water scarcity, and expanding urbanization are placing mounting pressure on traditional food systems, positioning urban agriculture as an increasingly important response. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) projects the global population will exceed 9 billion by 2050, with more than 70 percent living in cities. The United Nations’ Sust

Feb 24 202611:38

104 sites recognized as Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems

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104 sites recognized as Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems 104 sites recognized as Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems Tehran - The global number of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) recognized by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has risen to 104 following the designation of two new sites in Chile, according to Iran’s Agricultural Planning, Economics and Rural Development Research Institute. Chile now hosts three GIAHS sites

Feb 23 202609:37

Iranian agri-tech firms produce up to 1,500 innovative products

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Iranian agri-tech firms produce up to 1,500 innovative products Iranian agri-tech firms produce up to 1,500 innovative products Tehran - About 650 technology units and knowledge-based firms under Iran’s National Agricultural and Natural Resources Science and Technology Park have developed between 1,000 and 1,500 agricultural technology products, according to the park’s president. Hossein Lotfali-Zadeh said the products cover fields including soil and water management, agricultural

Feb 22 202611:19

Iran’s aquatic output reaches 1.5m tons, IFO chief says

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Iran’s aquatic output reaches 1.5m tons, IFO chief says Iran’s aquatic output reaches 1.5m tons, IFO chief says Tehran - Iran’s aquatic production has increased from 32,000 tons in 1979 to 1.5 million tons this year, according to the head of the Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO). Hamzeh Rostampour said Iran’s arid climate makes expansion of marine-based production a strategic necessity and called for continued investment in the sector. He highlighted the southern Bushehr Province

Feb 22 202611:11

Iran’s farmed shrimp production surges on stronger disease control

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Iran’s farmed shrimp production surges on stronger disease control Iran’s farmed shrimp production surges on stronger disease control Tehran - Iran’s farmed shrimp output increased by 37% year-on-year in 2025 (1404), surpassing 62,000 tons, following tighter disease control and enhanced health management across aquaculture operations, the Iran Veterinary Organization reported. Reza Asadi, Director General for Aquatic Animal Health and Disease Management, said all shrimp-producing provinc

Feb 21 202608:38