Tabriz University develops smart robots to slash agricultural pesticide use

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Tabriz University develops smart robots to slash agricultural pesticide use Tabriz University develops smart robots to slash agricultural pesticide use East Azarbaijan - Researchers at the University of Tabriz have developed a series of smart spot-spraying robots capable of detecting weeds with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine vision and applying pesticides only where needed, potentially cutting pesticide use by up to 95 percent. Hossein Behfar, a faculty member of the university&rsquo

Sep 20 202607:08

Golestan expands shrimp production, eyes stronger export markets

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Golestan expands shrimp production, eyes stronger export markets Golestan expands shrimp production, eyes stronger export markets Gorgan – Shrimp harvesting has begun in Iran’s northern Golestan Province, with annual production expected to exceed 4,000 tons as the province expands its processing capacity and export markets. Esmaeil Jabbari, director general of Golestan Fisheries, said production conditions have been favorable this year and farmers are expected to deliver high-quali

Sep 18 202608:54

South Khorasan strengthens role as eastern Iran’s almond hub

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South Khorasan strengthens role as eastern Iran’s almond hub South Khorasan strengthens role as eastern Iran’s almond hub BIRJAND – South Khorasan province, in the east of Iran, is consolidating its position as a key almond-producing hub in eastern Iran, with this year’s harvest projected at around 2,280 tons despite challenging climatic conditions. Almond orchards cover 5,597 hectares across the province, with Birjand County accounting for the largest cultivated area at 1,975 hect

Sep 14 202610:47

Kerman takes steps toward global recognition of 1,500-year-old walnut trees

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Kerman takes steps toward global recognition of 1,500-year-old walnut trees Kerman takes steps toward global recognition of 1,500-year-old walnut trees Kerman – Iran has taken practical steps toward securing international recognition for ancient walnut trees estimated to be around 1,500 years old in the southeastern Kerman province. Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi, Iran’s Deputy Agriculture Minister for Horticultural Affairs, visited the counties of Baft and Rabor on the second day of hi

Sep 14 202610:32

North Khorasan to expand agricultural irradiation services to pistachios, saffron

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North Khorasan to expand agricultural irradiation services to pistachios, saffron North Khorasan to expand agricultural irradiation services to pistachios, saffron North Khorasan – Iran’s North Khorasan province in northeast plans to expand the use of agricultural irradiation technology to pistachios and saffron, as part of efforts to reduce post-harvest losses, extend product shelf life and enhance the value of agricultural production, a provincial official said. Esmail Mahmoudaba

Sep 13 202612:16

Golestan harnesses green water to produce up to 370,000 tons of sugar beet

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Golestan harnesses green water to produce up to 370,000 tons of sugar beet Golestan harnesses green water to produce up to 370,000 tons of sugar beet Golestan – Iran’s northern Golestan province is set to produce between 360,000 and 370,000 tons of autumn-planted sugar beet this year, highlighting the growing role of rainfall-based agriculture and the use of “green water” in improving water sustainability. Ali Akbar Mehghani, deputy head for plant production improvement

Sep 11 202610:31

Eram emerges as a new hub for Iran’s off-season tomato exports

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Eram emerges as a new hub for Iran’s off-season tomato exports Eram emerges as a new hub for Iran’s off-season tomato exports BUSHEHR – Iran’s Eram district in Dashtestan County in the southern province of Bushehr is emerging as a major hub for off-season tomato production, with annual output exceeding 50,000 tons and significant potential to expand agricultural exports to regional markets. According to Mehr News Agency, off-season tomatoes are cultivated on approximately 600 hecta

Sep 11 202610:29

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iran Qazvin leads Iran in cornelian cherry production, eyes harvest of over 3,600 tons Qazvin — Iran’s Qazvin province is expected to harvest more than 3,600 tons of cornelian cherries this year, consolidating its position as the country’s leading producer of the distinctive fruit. Cornelian cherry orchards cover 564 hectares in Qazvin, with average yields reaching approximately 6.5 tons per hectare, according to Mohsen Kheirkhah, head of Qazvin County’s Agricultural Or

Sep 7 202610:05

North Khorasan targets 5,000 tons of onion exports

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North Khorasan targets 5,000 tons of onion exports North Khorasan targets 5,000 tons of onion exports North Khorasan – This year's onion harvest in North Khorasan is forecast to reach 70,000 tons from 1,306 hectares, with over 5,000 tons earmarked for export markets, according to the provincial Agricultural Jihad Organization. Crop management director Esmaeil Sayyah said the region's yellow and golden varieties are prized for their quality and long shelf life, making them ideal for cold

Sep 6 202612:03

World food prices at highest since 2022 as supply risks mount, FAO says

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World food prices at highest since 2022 as supply risks mount, FAO says World food prices at highest since 2022 as supply risks mount, FAO says Paris - World ​food prices rose in August to their highest since late 2022, as adverse weather and ‌war disruption in the Black Sea heightened concern over supply of staples, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization said on Friday. Extreme heat and drought in Europe, the threat of a severe El Nino weather pattern and trade upheaval ca

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