Iran seeking to attract private investment in cage aquaculture sector

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Iran seeking to attract private investment in cage aquaculture sector Iran seeking to attract private investment in cage aquaculture sector Gilan – In a move to boost domestic aquaculture production, the Iranian Fisheries Organization (IFO) has announced new initiatives to attract private investment, particularly in cage fish farming operations. In talks with Gilan Province officials, IFO Chairman Hamzeh Rostamipour outlined plans to develop the region's fisheries sector through pu

Apr 15 202509:26

Iranian fishermen catch over 20,000 tons of Kilka fish

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Iranian fishermen catch over 20,000 tons of Kilka fish Iranian fishermen catch over 20,000 tons of Kilka fish Tehran - Iranian fishermen caught over 20,000 tons of tiny Kilka fish (Caspian Sea sprat) from the Caspian Sea in the past Iranian calendar year of 1403 (ended on March 20), an official with Iran’s Fishery Organization said. “Last fishing season, a total of 20,992 tons of kilka were caught in the northern provinces of Gilan and Mazandaran, showing a 3 percent rise

Apr 14 202507:10

Iran to equip all fishing ports with firefighting vessels

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Iran to equip all fishing ports with firefighting vessels Iran to equip all fishing ports with firefighting vessels Hormozgan – Iran's Fisheries Organization has announced plans to equip every fishing port nationwide with firefighting vessels as part of a major infrastructure modernization initiative. During an inspection tour of Hormozgan Province, the country's maritime activity hub, Ataollah Raisi, Deputy Director of Fishing and Ports, outlined the plan. "Hormozgan exemplifies excel

Apr 9 202511:06

8 percent rise in bony fish harvest from Caspian Sea

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8 percent rise in bony fish harvest from Caspian Sea 8 percent rise in bony fish harvest from Caspian Sea Mazandaran - Fishermen in the three northern provinces bordering the Caspian Sea have harvested a total of 3,970 tons of bony fish since the beginning of the fishing season in early October, registering an 8% increase in weight compared to the same period last year, an official said. The head of Mazandaran Fisheries Department announced an 8% increase in the catch of bony fish in the Caspia

Apr 8 202509:43

Iran launches nationwide agricultural plan to boost food security

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Iran launches nationwide agricultural plan to boost food security Iran launches nationwide agricultural plan to boost food security Tehran – In a significant push toward agricultural self-sufficiency, Iran has launched a nationwide initiative integrating advanced technologies into its greenhouse and aquaculture sectors, an official announced. Amir-Hossein Safargholi, Director of Iran's National Program for Greenhouse and Aquaculture Development, outlined the country's progress during a h

Apr 4 202503:15

IFO kicks off nationwide aquatic resource restoration program

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IFO kicks off nationwide aquatic resource restoration program IFO kicks off nationwide aquatic resource restoration program Tehran - The Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) has initiated its annual aquatic resource restoration program, aiming to replenish fish stocks across the country's waters. Naser Karami-Rad, Director General of the Office for the Reconstruction and Preservation of Aquatic Genetic Resources, announced this, saying that the restoration efforts began in late February/early Mar

Mar 25 202520:16

Official highlights importance of protecting aquatic resources

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Official highlights importance of protecting aquatic resources Official highlights importance of protecting aquatic resources Tehran - The head of the Aquatic Resources Protection Unit of Iran's Fisheries Organization hailed the judiciary's support in combating illegal fishing, saying that safeguarding aquatic resources is essential for the sustainable prosperity of the fishing industry. Hadi Didehvar emphasized that protecting valuable aquatic stocks is a legacy for future generations. "The j

Mar 17 202512:41

Iran says ready to strengthen fisheries cooperation with UNIDO

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Iran says ready to strengthen fisheries cooperation with UNIDO Iran says ready to strengthen fisheries cooperation with UNIDO Tehran - The head of the Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) announced the country’s willingness to continue and develop fisheries cooperation with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Hamzeh Rostampour made the remarks in a meeting with Tomoshi Kume, UNIDO's fisheries director, on Sunday in Tehran. The Iranian deputy minister emphasized

Mar 11 202511:44

Iran targets 20,000 tons of sturgeon meat by 2027

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Iran targets 20,000 tons of sturgeon meat by 2027 Iran targets 20,000 tons of sturgeon meat by 2027 Tehran – The Iranian government aims to produce 20,000 tons of sturgeon meat and 140 tons of caviar annually by the end of its Seventh Development Plan in 2027, according to the head of the Iranian Fisheries Organization (IFO). We are determined to boost aquaculture and enhance the county’s food security, Hamzeh Rostampour said. He noted that 20 provinces are currently active in st

Feb 9 202512:27

IFO new head appointed

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IFO new head appointed IFO new head appointed Tehran – The Iranian minister of agriculture has appointed Hamzeh Rostampour as the head of the Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO). Gholamreza Nouri announced the appointment on Saturday during a ceremony honoring outgoing head Seyed Hossein Hosseini, according to the government news website.Hamzeh Rostampour brings extensive experience to the directorship, including service as the Ministry of Agriculture's Director General of Parliamentary Aff

Feb 3 202508:32