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Page Number 77 Shrimp output in Iran rises by 37 percent - Iran exporting irrigation equipment to Russia, Turkey, Persian Gulf states - Iran achieves self-sufficiency in dairy, eggs, poultry production - ’Perennial grain cultivation worldwide and its feasibility under Iran’s climate conditions’ - Plant protection research hidden backbone of national food security Official - Smart agriculture in 2026 Soil sensors, robotics, economics of connectivity - AREEO achieves technical knowledge for plant-

Nov 8 202610:09

Iran to develop 450 hectare fish, shrimp farms using water saving tech

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Khuzestan - Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan province is set to develop 450 hectares of fish and shrimp farms using an innovative aquaculture system that eliminates the need for water exchange, in collaboration with technology parks, knowledge-based companies and agricultural townships. Khuzestan Fisheries Director General Seyed Sharif Mousavi said preliminary arrangements had been made and initial meetings held to launch the project in Hendijan County. Highlighting Khorramshahr’s a

Nov 3 202611:12

Iran’s Makran Coast has great potential to boost fisheries, aquaculture, official says

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Sistan - Iran’s Makran coast holds significant potential for expanding fisheries and aquaculture, with opportunities to increase seafood production, attract investment and create sustainable jobs, the head of southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan province’s Fisheries Department has said. Behzad Amiri said the province’s extensive coastline, favorable marine conditions and existing fisheries infrastructure provide a strong foundation for developing the sector and strengthening i

Oct 13 202610:56

Forging links between applied research, production can lead to higher aquatic productivity, official says

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Tehran - The head of Iran's Shrimp Research Institute said that forging links between applied research and the production sector can lead to higher productivity, job creation, foreign exchange earnings, and strengthened national food security. Speaking at a meeting of managers from the Agricultural Engineering Organization, Alireza Ghaedi highlighted Bushehr Province's standing in the country's shrimp industry, noting that Bushehr—as one of the main hubs for farmed shrimp production&mdas

Oct 6 202611:36

Hormozgan fisheries steps up preparations for El Nino

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Hormozgan - Iran’s Hormozgan Fisheries Department has formed a task force to monitor, prevent and respond to the potential impacts of El Niño, as part of efforts to protect fishing fleets, aquatic resources and aquaculture facilities. Hormozgan Fisheries Director General Masoud Barani said the southern province is taking preventive measures in response to weather forecasts and the potential occurrence of unusual climate events. He said the task force will ensure continuous monit

Oct 5 202610:40

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

Qeshm steps up drive to develop maritime economy

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Qeshm - Qeshm Island, Iran's biggest island in the Persian Gulf, is stepping up efforts to develop its maritime economy, with new plans for investment, aquaculture and marine trade alongside measures to restore and protect its coastal ecosystems. Local officials discussed the island’s economic and environmental priorities at a meeting focused on expanding the blue economy, including a proposed offshore banking mechanism, an investment atlas and new aquaculture technologies. Plans call

Oct 3 202610:40

Iran seeks to cut imports by expanding domestic production

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Ardabil — Iran can reduce its reliance on imports of certain products by expanding domestic production and tapping the full potential of its agricultural and fisheries sectors, the head of the Fisheries Organization said. Hamzeh Rostampour made the remarks at the inauguration of a specialized agricultural industrial park in Ardabil Province, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the supply of essential goods under challenging conditions. He said Iran’s food supply remained st

Sep 25 202609:37

Iran eyes fivefold increase in fish exports to Russia

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Tehran — Iran is preparing to significantly expand fish and shrimp exports to Russia, with Moscow expected to send a veterinary delegation to Tehran on October 5 to help pave the way for increased imports from Iranian producers. Ali-Akbar Khodaei, head of Iran’s Union of Aquatic Animal Producers and Exporters, said Russian purchases of Iranian fish could rise fivefold, potentially reaching 100,000 tons. He said 20 Iranian companies currently hold licenses to export fish to Russia

Sep 25 202609:31

Bushehr targets Russian market for dates, shrimp and off-season produce

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Bushehr - Iran’s southern Bushehr province is looking to expand its presence in the Russian market, with dates, shrimp and off-season agricultural products among the commodities seen as having significant export potential. With extensive port, maritime, agricultural, fisheries and industrial capabilities, Bushehr sees the Russian market as a potential new destination for its products and an opportunity to diversify the province’s export markets and strengthen foreign trade. Beyon

Sep 21 202610:42