Iranian president pledges support for maritime economy

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Tehran – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the crucial role of a maritime-based economy in the country's future. In a cabinet meeting on Sunday, Dr. Pezeshkian outlined a vision for Iran to become a dominant force in the Persian Gulf. Citing the guidelines of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, the President said that Iran must adopt a proactive and robust approach to its national development. He specifically highlighted the southern province of H

Dec 3 202405:39

Iran Agricultural Bank pledges support for knowledge-based agriculture

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Tehran – The Agricultural Bank of Iran has announced its commitment to fostering a knowledge-based economy within the agricultural sector. In a recent statement, CEO Vahab Mottaghi-Nia emphasized the bank's role in driving innovation and technological advancements in agriculture. "As Iran transitions towards a post-industrial economy, the Agricultural Bank is dedicated to supporting the sector's transformation," he said. "We are actively promoting a knowledge-based approach and encourag

Dec 2 202414:12

Razi Institute seeks enhanced economic ties with Central Asian nations

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Tehran - The Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute is actively pursuing opportunities to enhance economic cooperation with Central Asian nations. On November 26, the Institute, in collaboration with the Iranian Ministries of Agriculture and Foreign Affairs, convened an online meeting with economic counselors from Iranian embassies across the region. This gathering aimed to explore avenues for economic partnership and expand the Institute's presence in Central Asia. Leveraging Iran's cult

Dec 2 202414:03

Iran ready to adopt Intl soil conservation standards, Minister says

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Tehran –The Iranian Minister of Agriculture has announced the country’s commitment to aligning its National Coordination Headquarters for Soil Conservation and Sustainable Use with global initiatives. Addressing the World Soil Day ceremony, Gholamreza Nouri emphasized the importance of enacting legislation and implementing programs that align with international organizations' objectives on soil conservation. The Minister also called on global soil conservation bodies to advocate f

Dec 1 202409:22

Iran aims to double overseas farming by 2029

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Tehran – Iran plans to double its overseas farmland to two million hectares by 2029, according to a senior official at the Ministry of Agriculture.Reza Fotouhi, who oversees overseas farming projects at the Ministry, said that this expansion is part of a five-year vision plan aimed at reducing Iran's reliance on food imports.“By 2031, Iran aims to source 10 million metric tons of food imports through overseas farming operations. Currently, the country cultivates approximately 228,000

Nov 30 202413:50

‘Public relations’ role in securing national food security vital’

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Tehran - Seyed Sajjad Hosseini, Advisor to the Minister and Head of the Public Relations and Information Center at the Ministry of Agriculture, emphasized the critical role of public relations in addressing the nation's food security. During a meeting with public relations managers from the State Trading Company of Iran, Hosseini highlighted the monumental task of producing and supplying 130 million tons of agricultural products."Public relations professionals in the agricultural sector bear the

Nov 30 202411:10

Iran ramps up autumn sugar beet cultivation

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Tehran - Iran has significantly ramped up its autumn sugar beet cultivation, with over 31,700 hectares of land currently under cultivation, according to a senior agriculture official.Hesadi, the executive of the Sugar Crops Project at the Ministry of Agriculture, announced that planting began in early October and is expected to continue until late December.To address growing water scarcity, the government is promoting innovative agricultural practices, including seedling cultivation for sugar be

Nov 27 202415:27

Government says determined to protect National Botanical Garden

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Tehran - In a recent visit to National Botanical Garden of Iran, the deputy president for legal affairs emphasized the critical importance of preserving this valuable ecological resource. Majid Ansari assured the public that the government is committed to protecting the garden's current status and preventing any threats to its existence. Experts warn that neglecting this vital asset could lead to significant biodiversity loss and disrupt local ecosystems.Home to over 4,000 plant species, the gar

Nov 26 202415:40

Iran leads world in soil conservation awareness

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Tehran – Iran has been recognized as a global leader in soil conservation awareness, securing the top position in the 2024 World Soil Day international competition organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.Niazi Shahraki, Iran's Deputy Minister of Agriculture for Water and Soil Affairs, announced the country's achievement. He emphasized the significant progress made in recent years, with soil surveys and fertility assessments conducted on over 103,000 h

Nov 26 202415:36

Iran rice output hits record high

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Tehran – Iran's domestic rice production reached a record high of 2.6 million tons in 2024, a deputy minister said. "Iranian farmers across the country managed to produce 2.6 million tons of rice in 2024,” Akbar Fathi, Deputy Minister of Agriculture for Planning and Economics, said.Outlining the government's strategy to ensure sufficient rice supplies for the nation, he added, however, the country still faces a significant rice shortage, estimated at 800,000 tons.To bridge this gap,

Nov 25 202412:55