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

Afghanistan says resolved to expand agricultural, technology cooperation with Iran

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Afghanistan says resolved to expand agricultural, technology cooperation with Iran Afghanistan says resolved to expand agricultural, technology cooperation with Iran Tehran - Afghanistan is seeking to broaden cooperation in agriculture and agricultural technologies with Iran, a senior Afghan official says. Speaking at the 10th International Exhibition of Agricultural Machinery and Equipment, Inputs, and Modern Irrigation Systems, Mawlawi Baz Mohammad Fayzan, Afghanistan’s Deputy Minister

Jan 3 202607:49

’Perennial grain cultivation worldwide and its feasibility under Iran’s climate conditions’

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’Perennial grain cultivation worldwide and its feasibility under Iran’s climate conditions’ ’Perennial grain cultivation worldwide and its feasibility under Iran’s climate conditions’ Tehran - Mounting pressure on water and soil resources, accelerating climate change, land degradation, and rising production costs have placed global agriculture under sustained stress. In response, agricultural researchers and policymakers are increasingly prioritizing approaches that can simultaneously enhance pr

Dec 30 202506:31

AREEO achieves technical knowledge for plant-based pesticide production

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AREEO achieves technical knowledge for plant-based pesticide production AREEO achieves technical knowledge for plant-based pesticide production Tehran - The Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO) has successfully developed a microemulsion plant-based pesticide using eucalyptus essential oil, marking a significant step in controlling pistachio psylla infestations. The innovation demonstrated 91% effectiveness while reducing chemical pesticide use by 30%, offering a

Dec 28 202520:10

Iran intl Tuna Conference to be held in Chabahar

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Iran intl Tuna Conference to be held in Chabahar Iran intl Tuna Conference to be held in Chabahar Tehran – The third international Tuna Conference is scheduled to be held in January 2026 in Iran's southeastern port city of Chabahar. The Iranian Fisheries Organization, in partnership with the Iran Canning Industry Syndicate and the Chabahar Free Zone Organization, will host the Third International Tuna Conference and Exhibition on January 21–22, 2026. The event will be held at the

Dec 28 202519:56

IFO launches national AI-powered center to secure export channels to Europe, Asia

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IFO launches national AI-powered center to secure export channels to Europe, Asia IFO launches national AI-powered center to secure export channels to Europe, Asia Tehran - The Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) has officially launched the National Center for Smart Technology, Innovation, and Security to digitize 100% of the nation's aquatic services and secure vital export channels to Europe and Asia. The center, recently ratified by the State Administrative and Employment Organization, repres

Dec 26 202511:38

Iran establishes first national AI Task Force for Agriculture and Natural Resources

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Iran establishes first national AI Task Force for Agriculture and Natural Resources Iran establishes first national AI Task Force for Agriculture and Natural Resources Tehran — Iran’s Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO) has launched the country’s first National Artificial Intelligence Task Force for Agriculture and Natural Resources, a landmark initiative aimed at enabling smart management of agricultural production, water resources, pests, and c

Dec 16 202511:06

Modern tech, mechanization to revolutionize Iran’s fishery sector: Official

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Modern tech, mechanization to revolutionize Iran’s fishery sector: Official Modern tech, mechanization to revolutionize Iran’s fishery sector: Official Tehran — The Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) has identified the adoption of modern scientific knowledge and mechanization as the central pillars of its future development plans, according to a senior official. Rajabali Ghorbanzadeh, Director General for the Office of the President, Public Relations, and International Affairs at the IFO,

Dec 15 202511:44

2nd Intl conference on tropical fruits and dates to slated for February

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2nd Intl conference on tropical fruits and dates to slated for February 2nd Intl conference on tropical fruits and dates to slated for February Tehran - The Second International Conference on Tropical Fruits and Dates is scheduled to be held on February 14–15, 2026, in the southern province of Hormozgan, bringing together leading researchers, specialists, and industry representatives from around the world. The event will spotlight the latest scientific advances, innovative technologies,

Dec 7 202509:27

Hydroponic revolution amid water scarcity

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Hydroponic revolution amid water scarcity Hydroponic revolution amid water scarcity East Azarbaijan - As Iran grapples with acute water shortages and the continued drying of Lake Urmia, an agri-tech company based in Khosrowshah, East Azarbaijan Province, has emerged as a leading example of resource-efficient, high-quality food production. Focusing on sustainable farming, food security, and a shift in cropping patterns, Yashil Kesht Fanavar Sahand is using hydroponic innovation to help ease pre

Dec 6 202511:15