Iran saffron exports surge 74 percent: Official

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Iran saffron exports surge 74 percent: Official Iran saffron exports surge 74 percent: Official Tehran – Iran exported some 100 tons of saffron in the first half of the current Iranian year (March 21–September 22), marking a 74 percent increase in volume compared with the same period last year, according to the Vice President of the country’s National Saffron Council. Gholamreza Miri said that saffron cultivation currently covers about 127,000 hectares nationwide, concentrate

Nov 10 202509:26

North Khorasan to expand agricultural exports to Turkmenistan

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North Khorasan to expand agricultural exports to Turkmenistan North Khorasan to expand agricultural exports to Turkmenistan North Khorasan - North Khorasan, situated in northeastern Iran, is stepping up efforts to deepen agricultural cooperation with Turkmenistan’s Ahal Province, focusing on boosting exports and joint ventures across multiple sectors. Mohammad Mohammadzadeh, Head of the North Khorasan Agricultural Organization, highlighted the province’s strong capacities in crop c

Nov 8 202509:21

North Khorasan exports 1,500 tons of apples to Iraq

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North Khorasan exports 1,500 tons of apples to Iraq North Khorasan exports 1,500 tons of apples to Iraq North Khorasan - North Khorasan province, situated in northeastern Iran, has exported more than 1,500 tons of high-quality spring apples to Iraq this year, according to the head of the province’s Agricultural Organization. The exports mainly include the popular Golab and Sheikh Amiri varieties, Mohammad Mohammadzadeh, said. He reported that a total of 56,842 tons of apples were harve

Oct 28 202511:48

Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold

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Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold Kerman, land of Iran’s green gold Kerman – The southern province of Kerman, covering more than 180,000 square kilometers, is one of Iran’s largest and most diverse agricultural regions. In the southern areas, irrigated wheat remains a key strategic crop, with 45,320 hectares cultivated in 2024 and production exceeding 160,000 tons. The average yield of 3.6 tons per hectare demonstrates strong productivity despite the province’s harsh, arid

Oct 24 202512:26

Iran ready to become regional food supply hub, Agriculture Minister says

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Iran ready to become regional food supply hub, Agriculture Minister says Iran ready to become regional food supply hub, Agriculture Minister says Tehran – Iran has the potential to become a major food supply hub in the region thanks to its access to open waters, strategic trade corridors, and strong production capacity, Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 24th Tehran International Livestock, Poultry and Related Industries Exhibition, Nouri

Oct 14 202512:14

Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation

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Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation Iran receives World Soil Day Award, FAO commends achievements in soil conservation Tehran - Iran has been awarded the King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award 2024 in recognition of its leadership in soil conservation, education, and public awareness, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) announced. Farukh Toirov, FAO Representative in Iran, highlighted the country’s active role in th

Oct 11 202511:10

Gilan leading aquatic stock restoration efforts in north, official says

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Gilan leading aquatic stock restoration efforts in north, official says Gilan leading aquatic stock restoration efforts in north, official says Gilan – The northern Gilan Province has emerged as the leading center for restoring aquatic resources in northern Iran, contributing 12% to the Caspian Sea’s restocking programs. With over 150 million juvenile fish released and three major restoration centers in operation, Gilan plays a pivotal role in sustaining fish populations and suppor

Oct 4 202519:35

Iran to cultivate 250 hectares of clover in northern paddy fields

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Iran to cultivate 250 hectares of clover in northern paddy fields Iran to cultivate 250 hectares of clover in northern paddy fields North - Mahmudabad County’s Agriculture Department in north of Iran has announced plans to plant crimson clover on 250 hectares of the region’s paddy fields. Seyed Hossein Eslami, head of the department, said the fall-planted forage crop will be sown after the rice harvest, and that the initiative aims to improve soil fertility, boost forage production

Sep 30 202513:00

FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing

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FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing Tehran – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS) have signed a letter of agreement to advance scientific methodologies for testing saffron authenticity. The initiative falls under the joint Technical Cooperation Program between FAO and Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture

Sep 22 202505:48

Cultivation of Salicornia Plant underway in north of Iran

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Cultivation of Salicornia Plant underway in north of Iran Cultivation of Salicornia Plant underway in north of Iran Golestan - A delegation of national and provincial officials, researchers, and experts recently visited the Salicornia cultivation site in Gomishan County, in the northern Golestan Province, to assess the progress, challenges, and prospects for expanding this salt-tolerant crop in the region. Mr. Ranjbar, a researcher at the National Salinity Research Center, highlighted the urge

Aug 10 202508:50