Iran unveils 42 fishing port projects nationwide

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Tehran – The head of Iran’s Fisheries Organization has announced the launch of 42 major fishing port projects nationwide, representing investments of more than 100 trillion rials (approximately 10,000 billion tomans). In an interview, Hamzeh Rostampour described Iran as a maritime nation with 5,800 kilometers of coastline along its northern and southern shores, including islands. “Iran ranks 40th among 182 countries in terms of maritime access, highlighting the strategic im

Aug 30 202509:06

155 fisheries projects to be inaugurated during Govt Week across Iran: IFO head

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Tehran - Iran will launch 155 fisheries projects across the country during Government Week (August 24-30), according to the head of Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO). Hamzeh Rostampour said 155 fisheries projects with an investment of 21.25 trillion rials (about $42.5 million) will come online simultaneously in 27 provinces. The projects will boost annual output by 10,136 tons and produce 24 million juvenile fish. According to Rostampour, the schemes will create 720 direct jobs, 1,652 indi

Aug 26 202511:28

Major aquaculture complex in south to revolutionize Iran’s shrimp farming industry

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Bushehr – A major aquaculture project in southern Iran is set to transform the country’s shrimp farming industry. The “Daliran Aquaculture Breeding Complex” in Bushehr Province has been hailed as a landmark initiative that integrates advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and productivity in marine farming. During a recent visit to the project site, Bushehr Governor Arsalan Zare emphasized the strategic importance of the complex. “This initiative marks a si

Aug 4 202508:11

Iran ranks 10th worldwide in shrimp production

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Bushehr – Iran has secured the 10th spot globally in shrimp production, according to the deputy head of Health and Prevention at the Iranian Veterinary Organization (IVO). Speaking at a meeting with private sector stakeholders and officials from the livestock, poultry, and aquaculture sectors in Bushehr Province, Seyed Saeed Hosseini emphasized the key role of five Iranian provinces in shrimp farming. He stressed that adherence to international standards is crucial for expanding exports

Jul 14 202508:21

Bushehr exports over 21,000 tons of aquatic products to 18 countries

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Bushehr – The Bushehr Province Veterinary Department reported that 21,126 tons of seafood products passed health and quarantine inspections in the past year before being exported to 18 countries. According to the Director-General of Veterinary Medicine, the exported products from the southwestern province included 13,501 tons of farmed shrimp and 7,447 tons of marine fish, all processed under strict veterinary supervision. The shipments reached key global markets, including the Europe

May 4 202511:00

Iran fishery exports see significant surge

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Tehran - The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) has reported a substantial increase in the country's fishery exports during the Iranian year 1403, which concluded on March 19, 2025. According to IRICA, Iran exported 196,000 metric tons of fishery products valued at $372 million. Arezou Ghanion, Deputy Director of the Statistics and Data Processing Office at IRICA, highlighted the impressive year-on-year growth in the sector. Fishery exports experienced a 29 percent surge in

Apr 22 202509:38

Iran launches nationwide agricultural plan to boost food security

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Tehran – In a significant push toward agricultural self-sufficiency, Iran has launched a nationwide initiative integrating advanced technologies into its greenhouse and aquaculture sectors, an official announced. Amir-Hossein Safargholi, Director of Iran's National Program for Greenhouse and Aquaculture Development, outlined the country's progress during a high-level briefing with the Vice Presidency for Science and Technology. "Our comprehensive approach addresses the entire value cha

Apr 4 202503:15

Iran seeks investment to boost aquaculture industry

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Tehran – Iran's Fisheries Organization is actively seeking foreign investment to expand its offshore cage and shrimp aquaculture industry. The organization's head, Seyed Hossein Hosseini, emphasized the need for sustainable practices and rigorous environmental assessments to ensure the long-term viability of the sector. To mitigate potential ecological risks, he highlighted the importance of introducing non-breeding, or monosex, species. "We are committed to responsible aquaculture

Dec 17 202411:30

Iran seafood exports surge, reaching 45 countries

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Tehran – Iran's Fisheries Organization has announced a remarkable surge in seafood exports, reaching 45 countries in the first five months of the current year.Hossein Hosseini, head of the organization, revealed that a diverse range of marine fish, ready-to-eat seafood, and shrimp are leading the export market.According to customs data, seafood exports have witnessed substantial growth, with a 32% increase in weight and a 24% increase in value compared to the same period in 2023, he added.

Nov 12 202415:22

Iran opens first aquaculture breeding center in Bushehr

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Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture has opened the country’s first aquaculture breeding center in the southern province of Bushehr. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday for the country's first aquaculture breeding center in the Daliran region of Bushehr province. This new facility is expected to boost the local economy, create jobs, and promote sustainable marine resource management. "The construction of the country's first aquaculture breeding center in Bushehr, on the one

Oct 23 202413:14