Olive groves key solution to global climate crisis, senior Iranian official says

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Olive groves key solution to global climate crisis, senior Iranian official says Olive groves key solution to global climate crisis, senior Iranian official says Tehran - Marking Iran’s National Olive Day, Deputy Agriculture Minister Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi highlighted the critical role of olive cultivation in addressing the global climate crisis. Boroumandi said olive groves are “part of the global solution” to climate change, noting their capacity to absorb and store carb

Nov 29 202511:28

Iran marks National Olive Day

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Iran marks National Olive Day Iran marks National Olive Day Tehran - As Iran marks National Olive Day on November 25, experts say the country - despite boasting more than 100 native olive varieties and remarkable genetic diversity - has yet to secure a meaningful foothold in the global olive industry. Often described as a land of exceptional contrasts, Iran spans more than 1.5 million square kilometers and encompasses four distinct seasons. From the Alborz foothills to the Zagros highlands, an

Nov 25 202514:51

Iran ranks 79th globally in organic production

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Iran ranks 79th globally in organic production Iran ranks 79th globally in organic production Tehran - Iran secured the 79th place among 280 countries in global organic production, according to the head of the Iran Organic Association. Speaking at a press conference for the 14th Iran Organic Festival, held at the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Seyed Reza Noorani said that despite the rapid global growth of the organic sector, Iran has yet to establish a foothold in international trade for these pro

Oct 27 202511:32

Iran aims to boost olive exports via innovation, branding

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Iran aims to boost olive exports via innovation, branding Iran aims to boost olive exports via innovation, branding Tehran - Iran is seeking to strengthen its position in the global olive market by investing in branding, processing industries, and modern technologies. According to Karim Zolfaghari, Head of the Center for Agricultural Mechanization and Industries Development, Iran cultivates over 55,000 hectares of olive groves and produces about 94,000 tons annually, ranking 17th among 43 prod

Oct 11 202511:08

Zanjan at forefront of Iran olive industry: Official

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Zanjan at forefront of Iran olive industry: Official Zanjan at forefront of Iran olive industry: Official Zanjan – The Tarom region of Zanjan, home to a 900-year-old olive-growing tradition, remains at the forefront of Iran’s olive industry, with production projected to reach 25,000 tons in 2025, according to the deputy for Crop Production at the Zanjan Agricultural Organization. Peyman Haeri said table olive harvesting runs from mid-September to mid-November, while olive oil produ

Sep 20 202508:02

Iran reports rise in horticulture output

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Iran reports rise in horticulture output Iran reports rise in horticulture output Tehran – Iran's horticultural sector has seen a notable 6% increase in output, producing 26 million tons of garden products over the past year, according to a senior official from the Ministry of Agriculture. Mohammad-Mehdi Boroumand, the deputy agriculture minister for horticulture affairs, presented the annual review covering August 2023 to August 2024, emphasizing the sector’s expanded production,

Sep 3 202510:21

Agricultural exports in Iran have surpassed expectations, Minister says

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Agricultural exports in Iran have surpassed expectations, Minister says Agricultural exports in Iran have surpassed expectations, Minister says Tehran – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture announced that the country’s agricultural exports have exceeded projections set in the Seventh Development Plan, which address the mobilization of financial resources to sustain economic growth. “While the plan had forecast a 5.5% growth, the first year of the 14th government saw a 5.6% inc

Aug 24 202513:22

olive oil

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olive oil Iran wins gold for olive oil quality at Global Olive Oil Stars 2025 Tehran - Iran has taken home the gold medal for olive oil quality at the prestigious Global Olive Oil Stars 2025 competition, held in London from June 27 to 28, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Karim Zolfaghari, Head of the Center for Agricultural Mechanization and Agro-Industries Development, announced on Monday that a licensed olive oil processing unit based in Tehran Province earned top honors in the inte

Jul 14 202508:12

Iran targets 150,000 tons of olive production

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Iran targets 150,000 tons of olive production Iran targets 150,000 tons of olive production Tehran – Iran expects to harvest 150,000 tons of olives this year, with 120,000 tons already collected, according to Javad Mirarab Razi, the national olive project manager. “The ongoing harvest in Gilan province is projected to contribute 40,000 tons,” Mirarab Razi said. He added, “With 60,000 of Iran's 65,000 hectares of olive orchards currently productive, the country p

Mar 8 202506:08

Iran prioritizes knowledge-based approach for sustainable olive production

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Iran prioritizes knowledge-based approach for sustainable olive production Iran prioritizes knowledge-based approach for sustainable olive production Zanjan – Iran's Deputy Minister of Agriculture for Horticulture Affairs stressed the importance of knowledge-driven advancements in olive cultivation during a ceremony marking National and International Olive Day in Zanjan. Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi emphasized the need to modernize and revitalize existing olive orchards to ensure sustai

Dec 16 202413:14