Modern seed technologies key to boosting crop yields

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Modern seed technologies key to boosting crop yields Modern seed technologies key to boosting crop yields Tehran - Gholamreza Golmohammadi, head of the Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), underscored the vital role of advanced seed technologies in improving agricultural productivity. During a visit to the Seed and Plant Improvement Institute's research farm and the Shahid Motahari Research Station, Golmohammadi marked the beginning of the sugar beet planting

Jun 7 202509:18

Iran must retain its crown as world top pistachio producer: Agriculture Minister

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Iran must retain its crown as world top pistachio producer: Agriculture Minister Iran must retain its crown as world top pistachio producer: Agriculture Minister Tehran – Iran must reassert its position as the world leader in pistachio production, according to the country's Minister of Agriculture. "Wherever pistachios are grown commercially, you will find the legacy of Iranian expertise," the minister said. "It is time for Iran to reclaim its rightful place as the global authority in

Jun 4 202507:45

Mazandaran Province is Iran agricultural export hub, deputy minister says

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Mazandaran Province is Iran agricultural export hub, deputy minister says Mazandaran Province is Iran agricultural export hub, deputy minister says Tehran - Agriculture Minister Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi said Mazandaran Province is the nation's undisputed agricultural hub, responsible for powering over $8 billion in annual agricultural exports. "With confidence, we can say Mazandaran is the agricultural hub of Iran," Boroumandi said. "The numbers don't lie – Mazandaran isn't just ano

Jun 4 202506:04

Iran, Oman to strengthen veterinary ties

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Iran, Oman to strengthen veterinary ties Iran, Oman to strengthen veterinary ties Tehran - Iran and Oman have agreed to expand bilateral cooperation in the veterinary field following the conclusion of a high-level meeting in Tehran between Omani veterinary officials, Iranian authorities, and representatives of the private sector. The meeting marked the end of a 12-day official visit by the Omani delegation, during which they toured a range of livestock and poultry facilities across Iran. Dis

Jun 3 202512:13

 Agriculture Minister receives FAO new representative to Iran

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Agriculture Minister receives FAO new representative to Iran Agriculture Minister receives FAO new representative to Iran Tehran – Iranian Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri on Monday received Farrukh Toirov, the newly appointed Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to the Islamic Republic of Iran. During the meeting, Minister Nouri emphasized Iran's commitment to FAO's goals of combating poverty and hunger and facilitating access to foo

Jun 3 202510:44

Iran ornamental fish exports outpace imports 

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Iran ornamental fish exports outpace imports Iran ornamental fish exports outpace imports Tehran – Iran's ornamental fish sector is showing promising growth, with exports in the Persian calendar year 1403 (roughly corresponding to 2024) reaching approximately $907,000, significantly exceeding imports of $643,000 for the same period, according to the Deputy Head of Aquaculture Development at Iran Fisheries Organization. Mehdi Shakouri noted that while these figures are encouraging, they

Jun 2 202506:47

Iran silkworm genetic diversity reaches unprecedented levels

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Iran silkworm genetic diversity reaches unprecedented levels Iran silkworm genetic diversity reaches unprecedented levels Rasht – Iran's silkworm breeding program has achieved a significant breakthrough, increasing its genetic diversity to an impressive 122 distinct lines. Reza Soorati Zanjani, head of the National Silk Research Center, announced this, emphasizing that this unique genetic breadth is a testament to the center's dedicated research efforts. He also highlighted Iran's h

Jun 2 202505:53

FAO new representative to Iran submits credentials to Foreign Minister

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FAO new representative to Iran submits credentials to Foreign Minister FAO new representative to Iran submits credentials to Foreign Minister Tehran – Farrukh Toirov, the newly appointed Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to the Islamic Republic of Iran, presented his credentials to Seyed Abbas Araqchi, Minister for Foreign Affairs, on Sunday, 25 May 2025 and officially commenced his assignment. Toirov, national of Tajikistan, brings ove

Jun 1 202511:35

Iran Razi Institute sends first shipment of Polio Vaccine to Venezuela

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Iran Razi Institute sends first shipment of Polio Vaccine to Venezuela Iran Razi Institute sends first shipment of Polio Vaccine to Venezuela Tehran – Iran’s prestigious Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute has successfully exported its first consignment of oral polio vaccine (OPV) to Venezuela. "Following an emergency request from the Venezuelan government and a visit by a high-level delegation led by Venezuela's Deputy Minister of Science to the Razi Institute, we reached

Jun 1 202511:06

Supporting nomads a ‘strategic imperative’, Minister say

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Supporting nomads a ‘strategic imperative’, Minister say Supporting nomads a ‘strategic imperative’, Minister say North Khorasan – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture emphasized the strategic importance of bolstering nomadic communities to ensure sustainable food security for the nation. During a gathering with nomads in the Takht-e Mirza region, Gholamreza Nouri called for targeted assistance for this "production-oriented segment of society." "Nomadic communities are the guardia

May 31 202516:58