Iran proposes 19 projects to boost seafood processing, cut waste

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Tehran - Iran has proposed 19 national projects to advance seafood processing technologies, reduce waste, develop health-oriented products and expand exports, the head of the National Aquatic Products Processing Research Center has announced. Mohammad Sayyad Boorani said the initiatives align with the country's development plans and marine-oriented economy policies, focusing on smart packaging, longer shelf life and the full utilization of aquatic resources. “Research priorities includ

Oct 11 202611:05

India tops destinations for Iran’s almond, date exports: Deputy minister

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Shahrekord – India is the leading destination for Iranian almond and date exports, a senior Agriculture Ministry official said, describing the South Asian country as a valuable economic partner for Iran. Mohammad-Mehdi Boroumandi, deputy agriculture minister for horticultural affairs, made the remarks on October 9 at the third National Almond Festival, held at the Gerdab Ben tourism complex in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province, in the presence of Indian Ambassador Vishwas Nigam. Borou

Oct 10 202619:09

Iran’s only crocodile farm eyes tourism expansion, live exports

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Hamedan – Iran’s crocodile farm in Malayer, the west-central of Hamedan province, is seeking to expand its operations beyond breeding and live-animal exports into tourism, although regulatory and environmental hurdles have slowed its development plans. The farm began operations in 2018 after importing its first crocodiles and is described by local officials as the only facility of its kind in the Middle East. Amir Hossein Naghizadeh, director general of the Hamedan Veterinary Off

Oct 9 202608:57

Iran’s agricultural achievements on display at FAO World Food Forum

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ROME – Iran highlighted its agricultural production capacity, diverse food products and cultural heritage at an international event bringing together around 140 countries, held alongside the opening of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) World Food Forum in Rome. The Iranian pavilion showcased the country’s agricultural and food products, complemented by cultural and artistic performances. According to IRNA, the second edition of the World Food Forum opened on Th

Oct 9 202608:53

Bushehr expects bumper date, off-season tomato harvests

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Bushehr – Iran’s southern province of Bushehr is projected to harvest more than 230,000 tons of dates and produce up to 700,000 tons of off-season tomatoes this year, the head of the provincial Agricultural Organization said. Morteza Bahrani said the province’s hot and humid climate is a defining feature of its agricultural conditions, making it well suited to the production of dates, aquatic products and off-season tomatoes, which are also among its key export commodities.

Oct 7 202610:42

Pakistan offers major opportunities for Iran’s agricultural exports

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Tehran - Pakistan’s growing demand for food, agricultural inputs and production equipment offers significant opportunities for Iran to expand agricultural and fisheries exports and deepen bilateral trade, an Iranian fisheries expert has said. Tara Zarei, an expert with Iran’s Fisheries Organization, said agriculture accounts for 23.4% of Pakistan’s GDP and 33.1% of employment. The country’s reliance on imports of essential commodities and production inputs creates subst

Oct 4 202611:05

African investors explore opportunities in Iran’s Khuzestan

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Khuzestan - An African investment delegation has explored trade and investment opportunities in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan province, focusing on energy, agriculture, industry and infrastructure. Shahla Amouri, head of the Ahvaz Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, said the talks aimed to identify areas for expanding trade and investment ties with African businesses. She highlighted Khuzestan’s strategic role in Iran’s energy sector, noting that the pro

Oct 3 202610:28

Iran eyes 1.4b dollars opportunity in Uzbekistan’s food market

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Tehran - Uzbekistan’s $1.4 billion food market is open to Iranian exporters as trade between the two countries reached $305 million in the first half of 2026, and three cooperation documents were recently signed. According to Tehran Times citing Mehr News Agency, Uzbekistan is becoming one of Central Asia’s growing markets, as its food imports in the first quarter of 2026 jumped by nearly 46% to $1.4 billion. Yet Iran’s share of this market remains limited, and economic actor

Oct 2 202611:52

Iran maintains agricultural growth amid war: Minister

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Tehran - Iran’s agriculture sector has maintained positive growth in 2026 despite wartime pressures, while the country’s strategic reserves of essential commodities remain above legally required levels, Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said. Nouri said Iran has continued to ensure a stable supply of food and prevent shortages despite the multiple challenges facing the country, attributing the performance to government measures and sustained support for producers. He said res

Oct 2 202610:15

Iran joins FAO global drive to cut food loss, waste

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Tehran - Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture joined a global FAO-UNEP meeting on September 29, 2026, focusing on technology, policy and behavioral solutions to reduce food loss and waste across the food supply chain. The seventh observance of the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, held at FAO headquarters in Rome with online participation, brought together government officials, international organizations and experts to examine the latest data, technologies and policy appr

Sep 29 202610:10