Iran to implement modern forestry plan without compromising forest protection: Minister

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Iran to implement modern forestry plan without compromising forest protection: Minister Iran to implement modern forestry plan without compromising forest protection: Minister Tehran – Iran will move forward with its Modern Forestry Plan only after thorough scientific review and full coordination among relevant authorities, with no project permitted to jeopardize the country's forests, Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said. Speaking at a meeting with senior officials from the Natura

Jul 14 202610:31

Iran at global forefront in combating desertification, official Says

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Iran at global forefront in combating desertification, official Says Iran at global forefront in combating desertification, official Says Tehran — Iran is among the world's leading countries in combating desertification, thanks to decades of scientific research and large-scale land restoration efforts, Deputy Agriculture Minister and Head of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization Reza Aflatooni said on the occasion of the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought

Jun 19 202612:34

Iran identifies 40 Damask rose genotypes

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Iran identifies 40 Damask rose genotypes Iran identifies 40 Damask rose genotypes Tehran – Researchers at Iran's Forests and Rangelands Research Institute have identified 40 genotypes of damask rose across the country, which now await official registration. Mohammad Hossein Lebaschi, a faculty member at the institute, said the genotypes were collected from various provinces and studied in specialized gardens. “The research has determined which genotypes perform best in terms of q

May 9 202612:01

Iran to expand coastal green belts, forest parks

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Iran to expand coastal green belts, forest parks Iran to expand coastal green belts, forest parks Tehran – The head of Iran's Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization has announced plans to expand forest parks across the country, saying the initiative will both enhance protective coverage of natural areas and provide better recreational and tourism services for the public. Highlighting the organization’s core policies, Reza Aflatooni said, "One of our major prioritie

May 4 202612:52

Iran proposes Decade of Ancient Agricultural Civilizations instead of Elimination of Civilizations threats

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Iran proposes Decade of Ancient Agricultural Civilizations instead of Elimination of Civilizations threats Iran proposes Decade of Ancient Agricultural Civilizations instead of Elimination of Civilizations threats Rome – Iran's Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri, has proposed that the international community dedicate a "Decade of Ancient Agricultural Civilizations" as a positive alternative to threats of "eliminating civilizations." Speaking Monday at the 38th Near East Regional C

Apr 20 202612:40

8,000 plant specimens registered in Semnan Genetic Bank

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8,000 plant specimens registered in Semnan Genetic Bank 8,000 plant specimens registered in Semnan Genetic Bank Semnan – The genetic bank of Semnan's Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Training Center has documented over 8,000 plant samples from 700 species, becoming a reference hub for genetic resources in eastern Iran. "The herbarium is the result of years of field monitoring across diverse ecosystems. Each sample includes habitat data, growth traits, and chemical composit

Apr 15 202607:06

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