Gilan launches genetic improvement program to reduce miscarriages in nomadic sheep

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Gilan launches genetic improvement program to reduce miscarriages in nomadic sheep Gilan launches genetic improvement program to reduce miscarriages in nomadic sheep Tehran – Iran's northern Gilan Province has launched a genetic improvement program for 250 nomadic sheep, using artificial insemination with semen from elite Taleshi rams to enhance flock productivity, increase twin births, and reduce miscarriage rates, an official said. Fereydoun Talebi, Head of Gilan's Nomadic Affairs Offi

Jun 29 202612:57

Turkmen camel breeding expands in Iran’s Golestan despite drought

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Turkmen camel breeding expands in Iran’s Golestan despite drought Turkmen camel breeding expands in Iran’s Golestan despite drought Golestan – Iran's northern Golestan Province has maintained and expanded its Turkmen camel population despite years of drought and declining rangelands, underscoring the breed's resilience to climate challenges, an official said. Reza Nazari, Deputy Director for Livestock Production Improvement at the Golestan Agricultural Organization, said the province is

Jun 28 202612:05

Sarabi cattle a strategic asset for Iran’s livestock sector

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Sarabi cattle a strategic asset for Iran’s livestock sector Sarabi cattle a strategic asset for Iran’s livestock sector Tabriz – The indigenous Sarabi cattle breed is one of Iran’s most valuable livestock genetic resources and a symbol of the country’s native livestock production capabilities, according to the head of the East Azerbaijan’s Agriculture Organization. Shahram Shafiei said the breed has adapted to local climatic conditions over generations and offers strong

Jun 22 202613:29

Iran’s agricultural output reaches 139m tons, Minister says

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Iran’s agricultural output reaches 139m tons, Minister says Iran’s agricultural output reaches 139m tons, Minister says Tehran - Iran’s agricultural production has risen from 28 million tons in 1979 to 139 million tons in 2025, a 435% increase despite growing water shortages, Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said. Speaking during Agriculture Week, the minister said the growth reflects significant gains in productivity, with average crop yields increasing from 2.7 tons per hectare be

Jun 21 202613:18

Hormozgan strengthens position as southern Iran’s leading camel breeding hub

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Hormozgan strengthens position as southern Iran’s leading camel breeding hub Hormozgan strengthens position as southern Iran’s leading camel breeding hub Hormozgan - With nearly 20,000 camels and more than 3,200 active breeders, Hormozgan southern Province has emerged as one of Iran’s leading centers for camel husbandry, playing a vital role in supplying camel meat to markets across the country. Hamid Amiqi, Director of Livestock Affairs at the Hormozgan Agricultural Organization, said t

Jun 9 202618:53

Iran’s Caspian Native Chicken breeding program boosts productivity, official says

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Iran’s Caspian Native Chicken breeding program boosts productivity, official says Iran’s Caspian Native Chicken breeding program boosts productivity, official says Tehran – Iran’s Caspian Native Chicken Breeding Center has reached its 34th generation of selective breeding, achieving a 55–65 percent increase in meat and egg production compared with the original poultry stock, according to local official in the northern Mazandaran Province. Hossein Negahdar, Deputy for Livestoc

Jun 8 202619:08

Iran seeks to expand agricultural cooperation with India, Pakistan, Afghanistan

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Iran seeks to expand agricultural cooperation with India, Pakistan, Afghanistan Iran seeks to expand agricultural cooperation with India, Pakistan, Afghanistan Tehran - Iran plans to strengthen agricultural ties with India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan to support the supply of essential commodities and enhance food security, officials said during a meeting between representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Hassan Momeni, head of the Ministry of Agriculture

Jun 6 202611:53

Bitter taste for region as shortage of Iranian pistachios, saffron disrupts market

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Bitter taste for region as shortage of Iranian pistachios, saffron disrupts market Bitter taste for region as shortage of Iranian pistachios, saffron disrupts market Tehran - As 170 nations grapple with food inflation, now seen as a graver threat than the energy crisis, shortages of Iranian pistachios and saffron have spoiled the taste of Baklava across the Middle East, The Guardian reports. Following heightened military tensions as a result of US-Israeli military adventures in the region and

May 22 202611:23

High-yield Roman sheep farming expands in Golestan province

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High-yield Roman sheep farming expands in Golestan province High-yield Roman sheep farming expands in Golestan province Golestan – A livestock facility breeding the prolific Roman sheep breed has raised its capacity to more than 5,000 head, announced the deputy for livestock production at the Golestan Agriculture Organization. Speaking during a visit to the unit, Reza Nazari said the expansion of industrial sheep farming is a strategic priority aimed at reducing the livestock sector's de

May 18 202611:57

Over 8,600 rangeland plant species in Iran, official says

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Over 8,600 rangeland plant species in Iran, official says Over 8,600 rangeland plant species in Iran, official says Tehran – Iran is home to more than 8,600 valuable plant species found on its rangelands, a senior official announced during a ceremony marking National Rangeland and Rangeland Management Day. Abolghasem Hosseinpour, Director General of the Rangeland Affairs Office at Iran's National Organization for Natural Resources and Watershed Management, described this year's commemora

May 17 202611:52