Iranian researchers identify key reproduction, migration genes in Caspian Kutum

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Tehran - Researchers at the University of Gilan in north of Iran with support from the Iran National Science Foundation (INSF), have identified genes linked to reproduction and migration in the spring- and autumn-spawning strains of the Caspian Kutum using next-generation RNA sequencing. Project leader Saman Farasti said the study, for the first time, identified 21 strain-specific genes associated with migratory function and behavior. The species’ transcriptome sequences have also been d

Feb 24 202611:27

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

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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 as a key fisheries hub, noting shrimp output of 30,000 tons and growing marine fish farming capacity. “

Feb 22 202611:11

Iran advances nano-bubble tech to bolster aquaculture food security

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Markazi - Authorities in Markazi Province in the center of Iran are intensifying efforts to deploy nano-bubble technology in aquaculture, describing it as a key instrument for strengthening national food security and reducing reliance on imported animal feed inputs. Hassan Akbari, Director of Fisheries and Aquatic Affairs at the provincial Agriculture Organization, said nano-bubble systems represent a strategic innovation for the aquaculture sector. By elevating dissolved oxygen levels in wate

Feb 20 202608:27

City in northwestern Iran emerges as premier aquaculture hub

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Zanjan - The Director of Fisheries and Aquatic Affairs at Zanjan Agricultural Organization highlighted Mahneshan County’s strategic role in national food security, announcing that the region has become northwestern Iran’s leading aquaculture center. “With 683 active, high-performing farms and annual production exceeding 13,000 metric tons of fish, Mahneshan is now recognized as the unrivaled powerhouse of aquaculture in western Iran,” said Mehridokht Mortazavi. She unde

Feb 17 202609:11

IFO Chief: Aquaculture in saline, barren areas can boost exports, jobs

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Tehran - Expanding aquaculture in underdeveloped regions, the Makran coastline, and saline waters could generate significant foreign currency revenue and large-scale employment, the head of the Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) said. Hamzeh Rostampour, deputy agriculture minister and fisheries chief, said that production in marginal lands and brackish environments offers strong export potential. Referring to UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) projections that aquatic products will su

Feb 14 202610:00

Iran launches 3 major shrimp farming projects in south

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Tehran - Three shrimp farming projects were inaugurated at the North Rudshur site in Genaveh County, in the southern Bushehr Province, with a total investment of 760 billion rials. According to the Public Relations Office of the Bushehr Provincial Organization of Agriculture, the projects were developed on a 61-hectare area and have generated direct employment for 38 local residents. Aqil Amini said the projects were implemented as part of broader efforts to expand production, stimulate econ

Feb 8 202611:58

Iran speeds up aquaculture development along southern coasts

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Bandar Abbas - Iran is rapidly expanding aquaculture projects along its southern coastal provinces, including Hormozgan, Bushehr, and Sistan-Baluchestan, the head of the Iran Fisheries Organization announced during a visit to a 400-hectare shrimp farm in Bandar Abbas, a port city bounded by the Persian Gulf. Hamzeh Rostampour, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Director of the Fisheries Organization, highlighted the sector’s critical role in national food security, noting that Iran aims

Feb 6 202609:23

Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari tops Iran’s aquatic feed production

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Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari - The southwestern province of Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari produces more than 60% of Iran’s aquatic feed, ranking first nationwide, a senior official said. Mr. Davoudi-Nia, Deputy for Planning and Economic Affairs at the provincial Agricultural Organization, said agriculture accounts for 20–25% of exports and over 30% of employment in the province. He added, “Despite financial constraints, agricultural output has continued to grow, with production exceeding

Feb 6 202609:10

2,250 tons of fish feed exported from south, official says

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Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad - The southwestern Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province has exported 2,250 tons of fish feed to international markets since the beginning of the current year, the province’s Director of Fisheries at the Agriculture Organization announced. Koroush Yazdanpanah said the feed, primarily for cold-water fish, was exported to countries in the Persian Gulf region, including Iraq. The total value of these exports is estimated at 1,100 billion rials. He highlighted that

Feb 2 202606:32

153 fisheries projects launched nationwide during Fajr celebrations

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Tehran- Iran’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Head of the Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) announced the inauguration of 153 fisheries projects across 23 provinces during Ten-Day Fajr (Dawn) ceremonies. According to the organization’s Public Relations Office, Hamzeh Rostampour said the projects were implemented with a total investment of 29,910 billion rials. He added that the initiatives will directly benefit 3,408 households and increase the country’s aquaculture out

Feb 2 202606:25