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Page Number :15 Modern irrigation raises grape yields in southern Iran Jun 15 2026 - 12:53 CRISPR tech seen as key to boosting food security in Iran, official says Jun 15 2026 - 12:48 Fars emerges as major export hub for horticultural products Jun 14 2026 - 18:46 Granulated compost fertilizer plant opens in Mazandaran Jun 14 2026 - 18:44 Iran, Russia to cooperate in implementing BRICS grain exchange Jun 14 2026 - 11:59 IAEO chief: Nuclear tech to cut 40m tons of food waste Jun 13 2026 - 12:29 So

Aug 13 202615:01

Iranian-made automated grain sampler goes live at key silo

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Iranian-made automated grain sampler goes live at key silo Iranian-made automated grain sampler goes live at key silo Garmsar — An automated wheat sampler developed by a domestic knowledge-based firm has been installed at the 100,000-ton Garmsar silo complex, eastern Iran's largest grain storage facility, at a cost of $80,000. The device, officials say, significantly boosts sampling speed and accuracy while reducing human error, enabling better service to farmers and faster processing of

Aug 7 202620:37

Ranked: World’s largest agricultural economies

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Ranked: World’s largest agricultural economies Ranked: World’s largest agricultural economies Tehran - Global agriculture generated $5.2 trillion in production value in 2024, making it one of the world’s largest industries. This graphic ranks the world’s largest agricultural economies by production value, based on data from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). China Outproduces the Next Three Combined China generated $1.9 trillion in agricultural production in 2024, ac

Aug 7 202620:25

Black Sea escalation rekindles concerns over global grain supplies

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Black Sea escalation rekindles concerns over global grain supplies Black Sea escalation rekindles concerns over global grain supplies Tehran – Renewed attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea have heightened concerns over potential disruptions to global grain supplies, fueling uncertainty in agricultural markets and raising fears of higher food prices. Ukraine has accused Russia of stepping up strikes on ports and merchant vessels, calling the attacks an effort to choke off its gr

Aug 5 202608:26

FAO: Iran to remain world’s 14th largest wheat producer

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FAO: Iran to remain world’s 14th largest wheat producer FAO: Iran to remain world’s 14th largest wheat producer Tehran – Iran is expected to retain its position as the world's 14th largest wheat producer in 2025, with output forecast to reach 13.7 million tons, according to the latest report by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The projected harvest marks a 14.2% increase from last year's 12 million tons, making Iran the second-fastest growing wheat producer among major pro

Jul 20 202618:49

Iran

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Iran Iran, Russia to cooperate in implementing BRICS grain exchange Tehran - Minister of Agriculture, referring to the necessity of developing cooperation in maritime transport and utilizing the port capacities of Iran and Russia, said: "Implementing the 'BRICS Grain Exchange' requires the support and backing of Russia as a BRICS member country, neighbor, and strategic partner." According to IRNA from the Ministry of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh on Saturday, on the sidelines of the

Jun 14 202611:59

Iran unveils two new Quinoa varieties to tackle climate stress, malnutrition

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Iran unveils two new Quinoa varieties to tackle climate stress, malnutrition Iran unveils two new Quinoa varieties to tackle climate stress, malnutrition Tehran – Iranian researchers have introduced two new quinoa varieties, 'Tayyib' and 'Yaqeen', describing them as a scientific response to the country's water scarcity, soil salinity, and malnutrition in underprivileged areas. Quinoa, often called "plant-based caviar" for its high nutritional value, is naturally resilient to environmenta

May 24 202612:48

Iran’s wheat output projected at 14 million tons this year

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Iran’s wheat output projected at 14 million tons this year Iran’s wheat output projected at 14 million tons this year Tehran – Iran’s wheat output is planned to reach 14 million tons in the current calendar year, which ends on March 20, 2027, a senior agricultural official said, assuring citizens that the nation's food security is on solid ground and there is no reason for alarm over basic commodity supplies. "Fortunately, we are going through a very good agricultural year," said M

May 17 202611:35

Iranian deputy minister: Wheat self-sufficiency in the offing

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Iranian deputy minister: Wheat self-sufficiency in the offing Iranian deputy minister: Wheat self-sufficiency in the offing Tehran – Iran has moved to the brink of wheat self-sufficiency, and there is no cause for concern over bread supply this year, a senior agriculture official announced. Majid Anjafi, Deputy Minister for Crop Production at the Ministry of Agriculture, said that given the area under cultivation and the progress of the harvest, the country is approaching the threshold o

May 9 202611:44

Iran reports major agricultural milestones

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Iran reports major agricultural milestones Iran reports major agricultural milestones Tehran – Iranian agricultural authorities have announced a series of significant developments over the past week, including the introduction of two new drought-resistant wheat cultivars, full absorption of mechanization loans in key provinces, and the unveiling of a commemorative stamp for a national reforestation drive. Iran’s agricultural sector witnessed a range of positive developments in the

May 8 202606:38