Iran unveils first drought-tolerant safflower variety

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Iran unveils first drought-tolerant safflower variety Iran unveils first drought-tolerant safflower variety Tehran – In a significant advancement for Iranian agriculture, the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute has successfully developed the country's first drought-resistant safflower variety. This breakthrough, announced by the institute's director, underscores the organization's commitment to improving crop resilience in the face of climate change. To further support this

Dec 23 202416:03

Iranian researchers develop water-efficient cotton varieties

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Iranian researchers develop water-efficient cotton varieties Iranian researchers develop water-efficient cotton varieties Iranian researchers have developed two new cotton varieties that significantly enhance water efficiency, offering a crucial solution to the country's water scarcity. Qorban Qorbani, head of Iran’s Cotton Research Institute, announced that these new varieties can increase water efficiency by up to 20%. “This achievement aligns with the institute's primary o

Dec 22 202411:13

Iran says ready to share its agri expertise with Uzbekistan

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Iran says ready to share its agri expertise with Uzbekistan Iran says ready to share its agri expertise with Uzbekistan Tashkent – In a move to bolster agricultural cooperation, Iran has offered to share its advanced agricultural technologies and expertise with Uzbekistan. Iranian Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri, during a recent meeting with Uzbek officials, emphasized the potential for fruitful collaboration in various areas, including potato production, processing, seed expo

Dec 9 202407:44

Iran aims to double overseas farming by 2029

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Iran aims to double overseas farming by 2029 Iran aims to double overseas farming by 2029 Tehran – Iran plans to double its overseas farmland to two million hectares by 2029, according to a senior official at the Ministry of Agriculture.Reza Fotouhi, who oversees overseas farming projects at the Ministry, said that this expansion is part of a five-year vision plan aimed at reducing Iran's reliance on food imports.“By 2031, Iran aims to source 10 million metric tons of food imports th

Nov 30 202413:50

Iran makes strides in crop variety development

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Iran makes strides in crop variety development Iran makes strides in crop variety development Tehran – Iran’s Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri, announced significant progress in the country’s agricultural research during the 7th Crop Varieties Festival. Addressing the event, Nouri emphasized the critical role of advanced seed technology and new crop varieties in modern agriculture. “Improved seeds and new varieties are essential inputs for boosting agricultural p

Nov 20 202414:51

Iran advances agricultural innovation with new crop varieties

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Iran advances agricultural innovation with new crop varieties Iran advances agricultural innovation with new crop varieties Tehran – Iran has made significant strides in agricultural innovation, as highlighted by the 7th National Crop Variety Introduction Festival. Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri announced the development of 89 new crop varieties by Iranian researchers. Nouri emphasized the crucial role of improved seeds and new varieties in modern agriculture, stating, "In ad

Nov 16 202419:34

Iran sets new record for rice production

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Iran sets new record for rice production Iran sets new record for rice production Tehran – Iran's agricultural sector has achieved a significant milestone, with a 10% surge in rice production compared to the previous year. This remarkable growth is attributed to the implementation of advanced cultivation techniques. Sohrab Sohrabi, Director of the Agriculture Ministry’s Wheat and Rice Plan, highlighted the role of high-yielding seed varieties, land leveling, and innovative farmin

Nov 11 202414:46

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

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