Mazandaran province leads in offshore fish cage installations

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Mazandaran province leads in offshore fish cage installations Mazandaran province leads in offshore fish cage installations Tehran - Mazandaran province has emerged as a leader in offshore fish farming within Iran, according to the head of Iran Fisheries Organization. “In 2023, the province successfully deployed 40 offshore fish cages, resulting in a substantial production of approximately 1,850 tons of fish,” Hossein Hosseini said. He added that this impressive output generated

Jan 1 202510:57

Agriculture Minister: Iranian produce excels in quality

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Agriculture Minister: Iranian produce excels in quality Agriculture Minister: Iranian produce excels in quality Tehran - The Iranian Minister of Agriculture has asserted that the country's agricultural products surpass the quality and safety standards of many international counterparts. During a recent address, Gholamreza Nouri emphasized the crucial need for comprehensive farm and product identification and labeling systems. This initiative, he said, will be implemented in close collab

Dec 26 202410:48

Iran seeks investment to boost aquaculture industry

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Iran seeks investment to boost aquaculture industry Iran seeks investment to boost aquaculture industry Tehran – Iran's Fisheries Organization is actively seeking foreign investment to expand its offshore cage and shrimp aquaculture industry. The organization's head, Seyed Hossein Hosseini, emphasized the need for sustainable practices and rigorous environmental assessments to ensure the long-term viability of the sector. To mitigate potential ecological risks, he highlighted the

Dec 17 202411:30

IFEX 2024 slated to open in Tehran on December 3

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IFEX 2024 slated to open in Tehran on December 3 IFEX 2024 slated to open in Tehran on December 3 Tehran – The 8th International Fisheries Industry Exhibition (IFEX 2024) is poised to open its doors at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on December 3rd. Scheduled to run until December 6th, the exhibition will serve as a vital platform for industry professionals to network, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for technical and economic cooperation. The international fun

Dec 1 202409:17

Iran aims to double overseas farming by 2029

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Iran aims to double overseas farming by 2029 Iran aims to double overseas farming by 2029 Tehran – Iran plans to double its overseas farmland to two million hectares by 2029, according to a senior official at the Ministry of Agriculture.Reza Fotouhi, who oversees overseas farming projects at the Ministry, said that this expansion is part of a five-year vision plan aimed at reducing Iran's reliance on food imports.“By 2031, Iran aims to source 10 million metric tons of food imports th

Nov 30 202413:50

Iran prioritizes aquaculture to boost protein supply

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Iran prioritizes aquaculture to boost protein supply Iran prioritizes aquaculture to boost protein supply Tehran – Iran's Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri has underscored the importance of fisheries and aquaculture in diversifying the country's protein supply. Speaking at a recent meeting, Nouri highlighted the significant potential of these sectors to meet domestic protein demands, stimulate exports, and generate foreign currency.He emphasized the need for increased investment in aqu

Nov 13 202416:38

Iran sets new record for rice production

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Iran sets new record for rice production Iran sets new record for rice production Tehran – Iran's agricultural sector has achieved a significant milestone, with a 10% surge in rice production compared to the previous year. This remarkable growth is attributed to the implementation of advanced cultivation techniques. Sohrab Sohrabi, Director of the Agriculture Ministry’s Wheat and Rice Plan, highlighted the role of high-yielding seed varieties, land leveling, and innovative farmin

Nov 11 202414:46

Iran aims to boost legume production

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Iran aims to boost legume production Iran aims to boost legume production Tehran – Iran's Ministry of Agriculture has unveiled major plans to increase domestic legume production, aiming to cultivate 814,000 hectares of land with various legumes in the 2023-2024 agricultural year, targeting a yield of 720,000 tons. The primary focus for the current year is on chickpeas, lentils, beans, and other legumes like mung beans and broad beans. However, challenges such as climate change, limited

Nov 2 202414:21

Minister calls for efficient, sustainable farming practices

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Minister calls for efficient, sustainable farming practices Minister calls for efficient, sustainable farming practices Tehran – Iran's Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri, has sounded the alarm about the critical state of the country's agricultural sector, emphasizing the urgent need for a transformative shift towards more efficient and sustainable farming practices. Speaking at a recent ceremony at the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO), Nouri

Nov 2 202414:13

Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon

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Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon TEHRAN - Iran’s 8th International Fisheries Industry Exhibition (IFEX 2024) is set to open at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on November 3. According to the public relations office of Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture, the exhibition will be held in the Iranian capital from November 3 to November 6. The international function is aimed to provide a platform for exchanging ideas and developing technical and eco

Oct 28 202416:55