Iran unveils new hybrid lettuce seeds

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Iran unveils new hybrid lettuce seeds Iran unveils new hybrid lettuce seeds Tehran – Iran has made significant strides in agricultural innovation with the development of seven new hybrid lettuce seed varieties. The new cultivars, unveiled by Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri at the National Center for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology of the University Jihad, are poised to enhance the country's vegetable production. Nouri emphasized the critical role of high-quality seeds in boosti

Nov 4 202411:37

Iran aims to boost legume production

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Iran aims to boost legume production Iran aims to boost legume production Tehran – Iran's Ministry of Agriculture has unveiled major plans to increase domestic legume production, aiming to cultivate 814,000 hectares of land with various legumes in the 2023-2024 agricultural year, targeting a yield of 720,000 tons. The primary focus for the current year is on chickpeas, lentils, beans, and other legumes like mung beans and broad beans. However, challenges such as climate change, limited

Nov 2 202414:21

West Azarbaijan honey harvest to surge

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West Azarbaijan honey harvest to surge West Azarbaijan honey harvest to surge Tehran – Iran's northwestern province of West Azarbaijan is poised for a significant honey harvest this year, with production expected to rise by 10%. The province’s robust beekeeping industry, encompassing 6,561 apiaries and over 1.5 million bee colonies, is driving this growth, according to Parviz Bostanchi, the deputy head of the province’s Agriculture Department for improving livestock product

Nov 2 202413:45

Iran ranks third in global pomegranate production

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Iran ranks third in global pomegranate production Iran ranks third in global pomegranate production Tehran – Iran has solidified its position as a global powerhouse in pomegranate production. According to the Deputy Minister of Horticulture at Iran's Ministry of Agriculture, the nation ranks third worldwide, trailing only India and China in terms of total output. “However, when considering per capita production, Iran takes the top spot.”Mohammad Mehdi Broumandi attributed Iran'

Oct 29 202420:13

Razi Institute Participated in the Annual Consultation on Polio Eradication

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Razi Institute Participated in the Annual Consultation on Polio Eradication Razi Institute Participated in the Annual Consultation on Polio Eradication On Wednesday, October 23, Razi Institute participated in the 23rd Annual Consultation between the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) and key stakeholders, including polio vaccine manufacturers, National Authorities for Containment (NACs), and National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs) on 23 October 2024. Dr. Masood Ghader, Deputy of Quali

Oct 29 202414:06

Iran saffron output to see major growth official says

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Iran saffron output to see major growth official says Iran saffron output to see major growth official says TEHRAN – Iran’s saffron production is estimated to reach about 400 tons in the current Iranian calendar year (ends in late March 2025), according to the director of Agriculture Ministry’s medicinal plants national plan. “This year, 127,000 hectares of farmland have been allocated for saffron cultivation," Hossein Zeynali said He added that 23 provinces of the countr

Oct 28 202417:29

Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon

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Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon Tehran to host IFEX 2024 soon TEHRAN - Iran’s 8th International Fisheries Industry Exhibition (IFEX 2024) is set to open at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on November 3. According to the public relations office of Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture, the exhibition will be held in the Iranian capital from November 3 to November 6. The international function is aimed to provide a platform for exchanging ideas and developing technical and eco

Oct 28 202416:55

Razi Institute unveils breakthrough avian influenza vaccine

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Razi Institute unveils breakthrough avian influenza vaccine Razi Institute unveils breakthrough avian influenza vaccine Tehran – The Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute recently hosted a national seminar on avian influenza, bringing together over 400 experts from academia, industry, and government. The event, held on October 21st at the Mirshamsi Conference Hall, focused on the latest research findings and strategies to combat this significant threat to poultry health.A major highlig

Oct 26 202417:06

Iran commemorates National Saffron Day

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Iran commemorates National Saffron Day Iran commemorates National Saffron Day Tehran - November 5th marks National Saffron Day in Iran, a celebration of the nation's rich history and significant economic contribution to the global saffron trade. Iran exported a significant 221 tons of saffron in 2023, out of a total production of 238 tons. These exports generated $208 million in revenue.Cultivated in Iran for centuries, saffron, often dubbed "red gold," is prized for its delicate, vibrant thread

Oct 26 202411:44

Razi Institute expands global footprint with Tanzania vaccine deal

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Razi Institute expands global footprint with Tanzania vaccine deal Razi Institute expands global footprint with Tanzania vaccine deal Tanzania – The Razi Institute, Iran’s premier vaccine research and production center, has solidified its international presence with a significant agreement to export its vaccines to Tanzania. The signing of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) was witnessed by Iran's Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri and Tanzania's Minister of Foreign Affair

Oct 22 202406:13