CRISPR tech seen as key to boosting food security in Iran, official says

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Tehran - The head of the Animal Biotechnology Department at the Animal Science Research Institute of Iran has described CRISPR gene-editing technology as a powerful tool for improving livestock production and strengthening food security. Mr. Ghorbani said the technology can be used to develop disease-resistant livestock, enhance productive traits in dairy and beef cattle, and improve animal health and welfare. “Its high precision, speed, and efficiency have made CRISPR a key instrument

Jun 15 202612:48

Fars emerges as major export hub for horticultural products

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Fars – Southern Fars Province, Iran’s second-largest producer of horticultural products, exports a diverse range of agricultural commodities to nine regional countries, according to local agricultural authorities. Ahad Behjat-Haghighi, head of the Fars Agricultural Organization, said the province’s favorable climate, vast agricultural lands, and long-standing horticultural expertise have positioned it among Iran’s leading agricultural centers. He noted that key export

Jun 14 202618:46

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, Russia to cooperate in implementing BRICS grain exchange Tehran - Minister of Agriculture, referring to the necessity of developing cooperation in maritime transport and utilizing the port capacities of and Russia, said "Implementing the 'BRICS Grain Exchange' requires the support and backing of Russia as a BRICS member country, neighbor, and strategic partner." According to IRNA from the Ministry of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh on Saturday, on the sidelines of the BRICS agricultu

Jun 14 202611:59

IAEO chief: Nuclear tech to cut 40m tons of food waste

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Tehran - The head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization says nearly 40 million tons of agricultural products are lost annually before reaching consumers, stressing that nuclear technology can significantly reduce post-harvest losses and help recover a large share of this food supply. Mohammad Eslami said that around 30 percent of Iran’s agricultural output is lost each year due to pests, diseases, and spoilage, adding that nuclear-based applications can substantially reduce these lo

Jun 13 202612:29

Iran’s pistachio exports to Europe reach €27m in 3 months

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Tehran - Eurostat announced that Iran's pistachio exports to the European Union reached approximately €27 million in the first quarter of 2026. According to Tehran Times, Eurostat data shows that Iran's pistachio exports to the European Union in the first three months of 2026 have been maintained at the previous year's level despite political-military tensions. The value of Iran's pistachio exports to the EU rose from €26.7 million in the first quarter of 2025 to €26.8 million i

Jun 12 202608:40

Hormozgan strengthens position as southern Iran’s leading camel breeding hub

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Hormozgan - With nearly 20,000 camels and more than 3,200 active breeders, Hormozgan southern Province has emerged as one of Iran’s leading centers for camel husbandry, playing a vital role in supplying camel meat to markets across the country. Hamid Amiqi, Director of Livestock Affairs at the Hormozgan Agricultural Organization, said the province ranks third nationwide in camel production and has become a key supplier to neighboring regions due to its favorable climate and growing marke

Jun 9 202618:53

Over 400 tons of watermelons from southern Iran, official says

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Fars - More than 400 tons of watermelons grown in Jahrom County in the southern Fars province have been exported to international markets over the past month, despite ongoing trade constraints and transportation disruptions, a local agricultural official announced. Sajjad Ghanaatian, head of Jahrom’s Agricultural Department, said agricultural exports are vital for supporting farmers, preserving access to foreign markets, and creating added value across the agricultural sector. He noted

Jun 9 202618:51

Iran calls for stronger cooperation to combat illegal fishing

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Tehran – The Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) has underscored the importance of enhanced regional and international cooperation to safeguard aquatic resources and advance sustainable fisheries, marking the International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing on June 5. Fariborz Rajaei, acting director of the Fishing and Fisheries Office at the organization, said that this year’s observance coincides with the 10th anniversary of the entry into f

Jun 8 202619:04

Iran expands medicinal plant industry, strengthens position in global olive sector

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Tehran – Iran has launched major investments in medicinal plant processing facilities, while also consolidating its role in the international olive sector through new institutional and scientific achievements, a senior agriculture official said. Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi, Deputy Minister of Agriculture for Horticultural Affairs, announced that large-scale medicinal plant refineries with investments exceeding €100 million have begun operation or development across the country as part

Jun 5 202611:56

Iran, Romania move to expand livestock trade, veterinary cooperation

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Tehran – Iran and Romania are taking steps to strengthen veterinary cooperation and expand trade in livestock and aquatic products, with a particular focus on increasing Iranian exports to the Romanian market. The prospects for closer collaboration were discussed during a meeting between Alireza Rafieipour, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Head of Iran’s Veterinary Organization, and Seyed Mohsen Emadi, Iran’s newly appointed ambassador to Romania. The talks focused on enh

Jun 5 202611:49