Third-generation scale bugs threaten kiwi orchards, Iran Plant Protection Organization warns

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Tehran, Iran – The Plant Protection Organization of Iran has issued a stern warning regarding the third generation of scale insects in kiwi orchards. According to the organization, September marks the final window to control this pest and prevent fruit contamination. Akbar Ahangaran, Director-General of the Early Warning and Pest Control Office, emphasized the critical need for immediate action, especially in orchards designated for export. He explained that based on weather forecasts,

Aug 26 202411:09

15 ha hydroponic greenhouse under construction in Varamin

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Varamin, Iran – A groundbreaking 15-hectare hydroponic greenhouse is currently being built in Varamin County, Tehran Province, to cultivate a variety of vegetables, an official said. According to the public relations office of the Ministry of Agriculture, Reza Farazi, the head of Varamin’s Agriculture Department, announced that at least 3 hectares of this greenhouse are expected to be operational by the end of summer. The total investment for this project and its associated orchards

Aug 26 202410:58

2,335 agricultural projects to be inaugurated across Iran

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Tehran – on the occasion of Government Week (August 24-30)., a total of 2,335 infrastructure projects will be inaugurated across the country, according to a report by the public relations office of the Iranian Ministry of Agriculture. These projects, which have received a combined investment of 202,943 billion rials, are expected to create direct employment for 29,699 individuals and indirect employment for 60,653, totaling over 90,352 job opportunities nationwide. Moreover, 262,219 hous

Aug 25 202415:42

Farmers should be at forefront of agricultural policy, minister says

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Tabriz, Iran - The newly appointed Iranian Minister of Agriculture, Gholam-Reza Nouri, has emphasized a farmer-centric approach as the top priority for the Ministry in the 14th government. In remarks on Friday during a recent visit to his hometown of Bostanabad, Nouri expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support shown by the people of Iran and Bostanabad in the presidential elections. He also highlighted the significance of the cabinet's formation, emphasizing the importance of unity, coope

Aug 25 202415:39

Iran parliament approves president pick for Agriculture Ministry

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The Iranian Parliament on Wednesday gave a vote of confidence to the new minister of agriculture nominated by President Masoud Pezeshkian. During an open session this morning, the Parliament discussed the vote for Gholamreza Nouri-Ghezeljeh, after lawmakers in favor of and against the proposed minister took the podium to express their views. After a voting, 253 out of 288 lawmakers voted for Nouri-Ghezeljeh to be the next minister of agriculture. Nouri-Ghezeljeh was born in 1970 in Ghezeljeh, Ea

Aug 24 202410:36

Iran honey exports reach $5.6 million annually

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Tehran - Iran's beekeeping industry continues to thrive, with the country exporting a significant quantity of high-quality honey in the past year. According to Iran’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture for Livestock Productions Affairs Mohammad Ebrahim Hassannejad, the country exported 1,469 tons of honey valued at $5.6 million during the Iranian calendar year ending March 19, 2024 The deputy minister highlighted the growing interest in beekeeping among Iranian farmers, noting that the industr

Aug 24 202410:32

Iran partner with FAO and Green Climate Fund to strengthen climate resilience

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Tehran - The Department of Environment (DOE) as National Designated Authority (NDA), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), is embarking on a transformative initiative aimed at fortifying its resilience to climate change. The newly signed project, titled “Strengthening Iran’s access to GCF with national ownership, knowledge-based policies and sound technologies,” represents a crucial step toward

Aug 21 202414:25

Iran unveils over 20 new types of improved seeds

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Iran has unveiled over 20 new types of improved seeds that can withstand drought and climate change. On the eve of Government Week and to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization, over 20 innovative varieties of improved crop seeds developed by researchers at the Ministry of Agriculture were officially introduced to farmers. Since the beginning of this year, through the efforts of researchers at the Institute for Seed and Plant Improve

Aug 20 202411:38

Iran world second-largest date producer

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Iran is the world’s second-largest date producer, trailing only Egypt, while boasting the widest variety of dates globally, according to the chairman of the National Date Association of Iran. The country produces an average of 1.35 million tons of fresh dates annually, with domestic consumption accounting for 70% of the total output. The remaining 30% is exported, generating around $350 million in foreign exchange. Officials believe this figure could potentially reach $500 million with inc

Aug 20 202411:30

Iran to harvest papaya in Khuzestan for first time

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Khuzestan – Iran has plans underway to grow a significant 20 tons of papaya fruit in the southwestern province of Khuzestan, according to the head of Ramhormoz Agricultural Organization. Farshad Mehrabi explained that the Sweet Sinse variety of papaya, also known as tree melon, was cultivated for the first time in Ramhormoz across a 3,000 square meter area in May 2022. He highlighted that the expansion of papaya cultivation could revolutionize the agricultural cultivation pattern and green

Aug 18 202418:48