Iran launches hybrid poplar nursery in south

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Iran launches hybrid poplar nursery in south Iran launches hybrid poplar nursery in south AHVAZ – As Iran's demand for wood continues to rise, the Khuzestan Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center has successfully established “Mofid” hybrid poplar nursery, marking a strategic move toward national self-sufficiency in the timber industry and a reduction in reliance on other provinces. Saba Peyro, a faculty member at the Center, announced the launch of t

Apr 4 202610:41

Official calls for combating agriculture pests

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Official calls for combating agriculture pests Official calls for combating agriculture pests Tehran – The Department of Environment has held a session to identify goals and adopt policies for combating agriculture pests across lands under the Organization’s management. Hadi Kiadaliri, the DOE’s deputy head for public participation, said pests are threatening forests, so developing a managerial plan for combating pests is necessary. Emphasizing the need to consider ecologic

Jan 15 202605:09

UN declares 2026 International Year of Rangelands, Pastoralists

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UN declares 2026 International Year of Rangelands, Pastoralists UN declares 2026 International Year of Rangelands, Pastoralists Tehran - The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists to highlight the importance of rangelands and pastoral communities in sustainable development; With around 83 million hectares of rangelands and a long tradition of pastoralism and nomadic livelihoods, Iran is expected to play a prominent role in the global initiativ

Jan 5 202611:10

Government pursuing major economic reforms, Agriculture Minister says

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Government pursuing major economic reforms, Agriculture Minister says Government pursuing major economic reforms, Agriculture Minister says Tehran – The Iranian minister of agriculture said the government is firmly pursuing economic reforms centered on social justice, with the dual goal of ensuring that public subsidies and entitlements are delivered directly to citizens while safeguarding sustainable national food security. Speaking on Friday evening at a meeting of the ministry’s

Jan 3 202607:30

AI essential for confronting climate change, deputy minister says

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AI essential for confronting climate change, deputy minister says AI essential for confronting climate change, deputy minister says Tehran - Iran's Deputy Agriculture Minister Safdar Niazi said Iran must urgently adopt artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to manage the growing impacts of climate change. “Smart agriculture and land management are now indispensable, just as the once-unknown Global Soil Partnership has become a standard international tool. Despite global advanc

Dec 7 202509:41

Gilan hosts 20th National Caspian Horse Beauty Festival

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Gilan hosts 20th National Caspian Horse Beauty Festival Gilan hosts 20th National Caspian Horse Beauty Festival Gilan - The 20th National Caspian Horse Beauty Festival was held in Gilan province, situated along the Caspian Sea in northern Iran, celebrating one of Iran’s most iconic native breeds and highlighting ongoing efforts to preserve its legacy. Saleh Mohammadi, Head of Gilan’s Agricultural Organization, said the festival aims to reaffirm the identity of the Caspian horse and

Dec 5 202511:32

Iran catalogues 8,000 plant species, strengthens protection for 4,000

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Iran catalogues 8,000 plant species, strengthens protection for 4,000 Iran catalogues 8,000 plant species, strengthens protection for 4,000 Tehran – Iran has identified roughly 8,000 plant species and secured conservation measures for about half of them, according to the head of the Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands. Speaking about the institute’s scientific mission, Ali Alizadeh Aliabadi said all activities are organized around four core priorities: identification, cons

Nov 29 202511:34

Kandolus a model for sustainable rural tourism

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Kandolus a model for sustainable rural tourism Kandolus a model for sustainable rural tourism Mazandaran - Amid the green hills of Mazandaran, Kandolus Village has emerged as a global symbol of harmony between nature, agriculture, and tourism. Its success in sustainable farming, herbal cultivation, handicrafts, and eco-tourism has turned it into a model for empowering rural communities. Selected from over 270 nominees across 65 countries, Kandolus was named one of the Best Tourism Villages in

Oct 21 202516:18

Iranian official highlights role of rangelands, pastoralists in sustaining ecosystems

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Iranian official highlights role of rangelands, pastoralists in sustaining ecosystems Iranian official highlights role of rangelands, pastoralists in sustaining ecosystems Tehran – The United Nations General Assembly has officially proclaimed 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, aiming to raise global awareness about the critical role of grasslands and pastoral communities in sustaining ecosystems and supporting rural livelihoods, according to Tarahom Behzad, Dire

Oct 14 202523:02

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