Iran ranks 79th globally in organic production

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Iran ranks 79th globally in organic production Iran ranks 79th globally in organic production Tehran - Iran secured the 79th place among 280 countries in global organic production, according to the head of the Iran Organic Association. Speaking at a press conference for the 14th Iran Organic Festival, held at the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Seyed Reza Noorani said that despite the rapid global growth of the organic sector, Iran has yet to establish a foothold in international trade for these pro

Oct 27 202511:32

Iran has achieved global standing in livestock production, says IVO head

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Iran has achieved global standing in livestock production, says IVO head Iran has achieved global standing in livestock production, says IVO head Tehran – Iran has achieved a top global standing in livestock production while recording substantial growth in the domestic manufacture of veterinary medicines and supplements, according to the head of the Iranian Veterinary Organization (IVO). Alireza Rafiepour reported that in less than a year, targeted support for domestic companies has led

Oct 8 202510:04

Astragalus, Iran’s silent guardian of soil

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Astragalus, Iran’s silent guardian of soil Astragalus, Iran’s silent guardian of soil Tehran – Astragalus, a medicinal plant with deep cultural and ecological roots in Iran, is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of the country’s ecosystems and rural economies. Known locally as Gavan, the plant is both abundant and diverse, with Iran hosting 854 species across 21.4 million hectares of natural landscapes - making the country one of the global centers of Astragalus diversity.

Sep 20 202508:07

Red meat output in Iran rises, deputy minister says

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Red meat output in Iran rises, deputy minister says Red meat output in Iran rises, deputy minister says Tehran - Iran’s livestock and poultry sector has recorded sustained growth over the past year, supported by productivity gains, improved feeding models, and stronger farm management practices, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Mohammad Ebrahim Hassan-Nejad, Deputy Minister for Livestock Production, said red meat output has reached 947,000 tons - up 3 percent since the start of

Sep 7 202511:01

Iran Veterinary Organization oversees 18m tons of animal products annually

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Iran Veterinary Organization oversees 18m tons of animal products annually Iran Veterinary Organization oversees 18m tons of animal products annually Tehran - The head of Iran’s Veterinary Organization announced that roughly 18 million tons of animal products - including red meat, poultry, eggs, milk, honey, and seafood - are produced each year under strict veterinary supervision to ensure their safety and quality. Alireza Rafieepour further noted that the Ministry of Agriculture is task

Aug 30 202509:27

Iran becomes world’s 4th largest honey producer

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Iran becomes world’s 4th largest honey producer Iran becomes world’s 4th largest honey producer Tehran - Iran has secured the fourth spot globally in honey production, thanks to its thriving beekeeping industry, the deputy minister for livestock products affairs said. Mohammad Ebrahim Hassannejad reported that according to the 2024 national census, Iranian beekeepers managed 10.8 million honeybee colonies across 92,122 apiaries, producing roughly 128,000 tons of honey. This achievement place

Aug 24 202512:55

East Azerbaijan Province emerges as Iran’s beekeeping powerhouse

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East Azerbaijan Province emerges as Iran’s beekeeping powerhouse East Azerbaijan Province emerges as Iran’s beekeeping powerhouse East Azarbaijan - East Azarbaijan Province, in the northwest of Iran, has become a national hub in beekeeping, boasting the largest number of apiaries in the country and ranking second in overall honey production, according to the head of the provincial Agricultural Organization. Shahram Shafiei announced that honey output in the province is projected to reach 18,00

Aug 22 202508:42

Iran adds 2m hectares to rangeland management plans

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Iran adds 2m hectares to rangeland management plans Iran adds 2m hectares to rangeland management plans Tehran - Iran will expand its rangeland management programs by 2 million hectares this year, bringing the total managed area to 47 million hectares, according to the director of flood control at Forests, Rangelands, and Watershed Management Organization. Abolghasem Hosseinpour added that the country’s rangelands span 82.9 million hectares, including 5.2 million hectares of dense rangel

Aug 19 202511:29

Beekeepers in Khorasan Razavi produce 55 tons of spring honey

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Beekeepers in Khorasan Razavi produce 55 tons of spring honey Beekeepers in Khorasan Razavi produce 55 tons of spring honey Khorasan Razavi - Beekeepers in Kuhsorkh County, Khorasan Razavi Province, have harvested over 55 tons of spring honey this year, even as severe drought conditions caused production to fall by about 30 percent. According to Hojjat Safarnejad, head of the Kuhsorkh Agricultural Organization, the county is home to around 9,100 beehives managed by 110 active beekeepers, based

Aug 16 202511:31

Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil

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Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil Tehran — Iran’s livestock industry has become the country's second most important economic sector after oil, playing a pivotal role in national food security and export revenues, according to senior agricultural officials. Alireza Rafiee-Pour, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Head of the Iran Veterinary Organization, said th

Jul 28 202512:57