Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation

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Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation Tehran - Iran has been awarded the King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award 2024 in recognition of its leadership in soil conservation, education, and public awareness, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) announced. Farukh Toirov, FAO Representative in Iran, highlighted the country’s active role in th

Oct 11 202511:10

Minister: Iran resolved to boost shrimp farming in Sistan-Baluchestan

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Minister: Iran resolved to boost shrimp farming in Sistan-Baluchestan Minister: Iran resolved to boost shrimp farming in Sistan-Baluchestan Chabahar – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture announced that expanding shrimp farming and related infrastructure in Sistan and Baluchestan Province is a key priority for the ministry as part of Iran’s broader strategy to strengthen the blue economy, promote regional development, and enhance national food security. Speaking on Thursday, during

Oct 11 202509:48

Minister: Chabahar Port to become key hub in trade with East Africa, Pakistan

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Minister: Chabahar Port to become key hub in trade with East Africa, Pakistan Minister: Chabahar Port to become key hub in trade with East Africa, Pakistan Chabahar – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture announced that the Shahid Beheshti terminal of Chabahar Port, located on Iran's southeastern coast in the Gulf of Oman, is set to become a key center for expanding trade with East Africa and Pakistan, in line with the country’s new economic and diplomatic priorities. Gholamreza Nour

Oct 9 202520:03

Iran promotes profitable breeding via multiple-birth genes

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Iran promotes profitable breeding via multiple-birth genes Iran promotes profitable breeding via multiple-birth genes Kalat - The head of the Agricultural Department in Kalat, located in Khorasan Razavi province, underscored the economic benefits of genetic improvement in livestock during a visit to a farm specializing in breeding animals carrying the fecB gene. Mr. Khaleghi explained that Kalat’s livestock-based economy requires the integration of multiple-birth genes to boost productiv

Oct 1 202515:16

Iran launches major medical leech farming in Qazvin

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Iran launches major medical leech farming in Qazvin Iran launches major medical leech farming in Qazvin Qazvin – Three medical leech farms with a combined capacity of more than 200,000 have begun operating in the northwest of Qazvin Province, according to the acting head of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources at the provincial Agricultural Organization. Speaking during a visit to a leech farming facility in Vars village, Alborz County, Mehri Mahmoudi said the units follow strict hygiene prot

Sep 30 202512:48

Agriculture exports jump 32 percent as sector shows recovery

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Agriculture exports jump 32 percent as sector shows recovery Agriculture exports jump 32 percent as sector shows recovery Tehran - Iran’s agriculture exports rose by 32 percent in the previous Iranian calendar year (ended in late March), Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said. According to the official, the sector grew by 5.6 percentage points last year, rebounding from a negative 2.4 percent contraction to reach positive growth of 3.2 percent. Speaking at the opening of the Nation

Sep 29 202511:39

Iran agriculture minister sets growth, self sufficiency targets

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Iran agriculture minister sets growth, self sufficiency targets Iran agriculture minister sets growth, self sufficiency targets Tehran – Iran’s Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri marked the start of the new crop year with a message of resilience and ambition, reporting a turnaround in the sector’s performance and outlining plans for greater self-sufficiency in key products. Addressing a national gathering of senior directors at the Summit Conference Hall in Tehran on Sunda

Sep 28 202509:01

Iranian northern province reports 295 ton hazelnut harvest

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Iranian northern province reports 295 ton hazelnut harvest Iranian northern province reports 295 ton hazelnut harvest Mazandaran – The Iranian Nur County, located in the northern province of Mazandaran, has recorded a hazelnut harvest of 295 tons this season, according to the county’s Director of Agriculture. The crop was cultivated across 140 hectares of farmland, mainly in the region’s mid-altitude and mountainous areas. Mr. Hooshmand noted that the average yield reached

Sep 24 202515:18

Iran reaches 99 percent self sufficiency in modern irrigation systems

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Iran reaches 99 percent self sufficiency in modern irrigation systems Iran reaches 99 percent self sufficiency in modern irrigation systems Tehran – Iran has achieved 99% self-sufficiency in producing modern irrigation equipment, a key step toward sustainable agriculture and strengthened food security. The Ministry of Agriculture announced that with the participation of more than 1,200 consulting firms and contractors, along with over 300 domestic manufacturers of irrigation equipment,

Sep 23 202514:16

Sistan Baluchestan accounts for 23 percent of Iran total fisheries production

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Sistan Baluchestan accounts for 23 percent of Iran total fisheries production Sistan Baluchestan accounts for 23 percent of Iran total fisheries production Zahedan – The Southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan has been recognized as Iran’s aquaculture capital, accounting for 23% of the country’s total fisheries production, according to the Fisheries Organization of Iran. Shakouri, the organization’s Deputy for Aquaculture, made the announcement during a ceremony

Sep 23 202514:10