Iran achieves self-sufficiency in dairy, eggs, poultry production

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Iran achieves self-sufficiency in dairy, eggs, poultry production Iran achieves self-sufficiency in dairy, eggs, poultry production Tehran - Iran has achieved self-sufficiency in the production of dairy products, eggs, and poultry, reflecting steady growth in domestic agricultural output and food security, according to the deputy minister for livestock products affairs. “The country produces approximately 12.8 million tons of raw milk annually and exports around 2.5 million tons of dairy

Dec 30 202506:41

’Perennial grain cultivation worldwide and its feasibility under Iran’s climate conditions’

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’Perennial grain cultivation worldwide and its feasibility under Iran’s climate conditions’ ’Perennial grain cultivation worldwide and its feasibility under Iran’s climate conditions’ Tehran - Mounting pressure on water and soil resources, accelerating climate change, land degradation, and rising production costs have placed global agriculture under sustained stress. In response, agricultural researchers and policymakers are increasingly prioritizing approaches that can simultaneously enhance pr

Dec 30 202506:31

Plant protection research hidden backbone of national food security: Official

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Plant protection research hidden backbone of national food security: Official Plant protection research hidden backbone of national food security: Official Tehran - The Deputy for Research, Technology, and Knowledge Transfer at Iran’s Plant Protection Research Institute has highlighted the institute’s extensive efforts in preventing the spread of pests, diseases, and invasive weeds, advancing biological pest control, and monitoring pesticide residues, stressing that plant protection

Dec 30 202506:28

AREEO achieves technical knowledge for plant-based pesticide production

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AREEO achieves technical knowledge for plant-based pesticide production AREEO achieves technical knowledge for plant-based pesticide production Tehran - The Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO) has successfully developed a microemulsion plant-based pesticide using eucalyptus essential oil, marking a significant step in controlling pistachio psylla infestations. The innovation demonstrated 91% effectiveness while reducing chemical pesticide use by 30%, offering a

Dec 28 202520:10

Use of Nano-Selenium gives boost to sweet corn yield in Iran

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Use of Nano-Selenium gives boost to sweet corn yield in Iran Use of Nano-Selenium gives boost to sweet corn yield in Iran Yasuj - Researchers at an agricultural research center in the southwestern city of Yasuj, in collaboration with Yasuj University, have achieved a significant increase in sweet corn yields through the use of nanotechnology and mycorrhizal fungi. According to Moslem Bahmankar, the lead researcher, the combined application of nano-selenium and mycorrhizal fungi increased the y

Dec 28 202520:07

Zanjan’s Tarom leads Iran in olive production, official says

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Zanjan’s Tarom leads Iran in olive production, official says Zanjan’s Tarom leads Iran in olive production, official says Zanjan - Tarom county of Zanjan province ranks first nationwide in olive production, with an annual output of around 60,000 tons, according to the head of the local Agriculture Office. Manouchehr Yarmohammadi said the county has 19,000 hectares of olive orchards, making it Iran’s leading olive-producing region. “About 70 percent of the harvest is processed in

Dec 27 202511:10

Iran exports citrus fruits to over 30 countries in one year: Official

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Iran exports citrus fruits to over 30 countries in one year: Official Iran exports citrus fruits to over 30 countries in one year: Official Tehran - Iran exported fresh and processed citrus products worth more than $200 million to over 30 countries last year, underscoring the sector’s strong potential for foreign currency earnings, an agriculture official said. Karim Zolfaghari, head of the Center for Mechanization Development and Agricultural Industries, said Iranian citrus products are

Dec 27 202510:55

Gilan province now Iran’s silk production hub

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Gilan province now Iran’s silk production hub Gilan province now Iran’s silk production hub Gilan - The northern province of Gilan produced some 406 tons of fresh silk cocoons this year, resulting in an estimated 65 tons of raw silk, according to the head of the provincial Agriculture Organization. Saleh Mohammadi said 10,870 boxes of silkworm eggs were distributed to farmers at a regulated price of 400,000 rials per box under a decision by the Ministry of Agriculture’s Pricing Council.

Dec 27 202510:49

IFO launches national AI-powered center to secure export channels to Europe, Asia

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IFO launches national AI-powered center to secure export channels to Europe, Asia IFO launches national AI-powered center to secure export channels to Europe, Asia Tehran - The Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) has officially launched the National Center for Smart Technology, Innovation, and Security to digitize 100% of the nation's aquatic services and secure vital export channels to Europe and Asia. The center, recently ratified by the State Administrative and Employment Organization, repres

Dec 26 202511:38

Iran’s farmed shrimp output rises by 37 percent

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Iran’s farmed shrimp output rises by 37 percent Iran’s farmed shrimp output rises by 37 percent Tehran- Iran’s farmed shrimp production has risen by 37 percent so far in the current Iranian calendar year (ends in late March 2026) compared to the same period last year, surpassing 50,000 tons, according to the Iran Fisheries Organization. Mehrdad Mohammadi-Doost, Director General of the Office of Shrimp and Brackish Water Aquatics at the organization, said the total area under shrimp culti

Dec 26 202511:22