’Shiblou wetland world’s second favorite habitat for lesser white-fronted geese’

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’Shiblou wetland world’s second favorite habitat for lesser white-fronted geese’ ’Shiblou wetland world’s second favorite habitat for lesser white-fronted geese’ Tehran - Hosting some 7,000 to 7,500 lesser white-fronted geese annually has made Shiblou wetland in West Azarbaijan province, northwestern Iran, the second favorite habitat for the species to winter after China. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, the bird is classified as a threatened spe

Jan 19 202609:07

Cactus pear can play key role in animal feed, academic says

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Cactus pear can play key role in animal feed, academic says Cactus pear can play key role in animal feed, academic says Semnan – A faculty member of Agricultural Research Education And Extension Department in the central province of Semnan described cactus pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) as a valuable species of cactus that can play a major role in value chain of animal feed industry. “Although the nutritional value of this cactus is lower compared to other common forages, but it can

Jan 18 202610:32

Iran targets 400,000 tons of oilseed output despite ongoing drought

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Iran targets 400,000 tons of oilseed output despite ongoing drought Iran targets 400,000 tons of oilseed output despite ongoing drought Tehran - Iran is projected to produce between 350,000 and 400,000 tons of oilseeds in the current crop year (1404–1405), despite persistent drought conditions and increasing climate-related risks, a senior official at the Ministry of Agriculture announced. Sa’adollah Mansouri, acting head of the Cotton and Oilseeds Department, said that assessments

Jan 4 202609:46

Iran achieves self-sufficiency in dairy, eggs, poultry production

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Iran achieves self-sufficiency in dairy, eggs, poultry production Iran achieves self-sufficiency in dairy, eggs, poultry production Tehran - Iran has achieved self-sufficiency in the production of dairy products, eggs, and poultry, reflecting steady growth in domestic agricultural output and food security, according to the deputy minister for livestock products affairs. “The country produces approximately 12.8 million tons of raw milk annually and exports around 2.5 million tons of dairy

Dec 30 202506:41

Smart agriculture in 2026: Soil sensors, robotics, economics of connectivity

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Smart agriculture in 2026: Soil sensors, robotics, economics of connectivity Smart agriculture in 2026: Soil sensors, robotics, economics of connectivity Tehran - From climate volatility to labor shortages and rising input costs, agriculture is under acute pressure to become more predictable, more automated and more resource-efficient. By 2026, connected sensing, robotics and precision data platforms will move from pilot projects to core elements of farm operations. Yet their impact depends heav

Dec 30 202506:22

Mealworm farming project launched in Sistan villages

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Mealworm farming project launched in Sistan villages Mealworm farming project launched in Sistan villages Sistan-Baluchestan - The Agricultural Development Support Fund of the southwestern province of Sistan-Baluchestan, in collaboration with the Sistan Women’s Regional Fund, has launched a mealworm farming development project to support home-based businesses for rural women. "Following a successful pilot in Shahrak-e Mir village, the first phase will expand to six new farms, producing d

Dec 28 202519:58

Zanjan’s Tarom leads Iran in olive production, official says

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Zanjan’s Tarom leads Iran in olive production, official says Zanjan’s Tarom leads Iran in olive production, official says Zanjan - Tarom county of Zanjan province ranks first nationwide in olive production, with an annual output of around 60,000 tons, according to the head of the local Agriculture Office. Manouchehr Yarmohammadi said the county has 19,000 hectares of olive orchards, making it Iran’s leading olive-producing region. “About 70 percent of the harvest is processed in

Dec 27 202511:10

Indigenous livestock genetics key to climate adaptation: ASRI

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Indigenous livestock genetics key to climate adaptation: ASRI Indigenous livestock genetics key to climate adaptation: ASRI Tehran - The head of Animal Science Research Institute of Iran (ASRI) says the strategic use of indigenous livestock genetic resources is a critical tool for addressing climate change and strengthening food security. Speaking on the sidelines of a scientific roundtable attended by representatives from 10 member states of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) o

Dec 22 202511:28

Iran’s AREEO hosts intl. event on smart livestock farming

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Iran’s AREEO hosts intl. event on smart livestock farming Iran’s AREEO hosts intl. event on smart livestock farming Tehran - An international scientific roundtable on “Climate-Adapted Smart Livestock Farming” was held on Monday under the auspices of Iran’s Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO). The event brought together delegations from 10 member states of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS), along with ambassadors from several Per

Dec 22 202511:23

FAO urges stronger PPP for enhanced aquaculture productivity in Iran

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FAO urges stronger PPP for enhanced aquaculture productivity in Iran FAO urges stronger PPP for enhanced aquaculture productivity in Iran Isfahan - A delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) visited a trout farming complex, Abzi Negin Shayan Fereydounshahr, Isfahan Province, to observe aquaculture practices, assess ongoing challenges, and explore potential areas of collaboration on fisheries and aquaculture sector. The FAO delegation, headed by FAO Repr

Dec 14 202510:05