Iran to expand areas under medicinal herbs cultivation

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Iran to expand areas under medicinal herbs cultivation The areas under medicinal plants’ cultivation in the country is targeted to expand by 63,000 hectares for the current farming year (September-August) to boost both exports and people’s health, according to an official in the Ministry of Agriculture. "The Ministry of Agriculture has been working for years to take effective measures to ensure the health of the people and supply raw materials for processing, pharmaceutical and foo

Apr 17 202414:38

Minister highlights role of watershed management

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in food security The Iranian minister of agriculture noted that major watershed management projects play a critical role in the country's food security and national economy. "The government assumes the responsibility for providing food for a population of over 85 million people,” Mohammad-Ali Nikbakht said. “Given the limitations of water, soil, climate, and financial resources that affect food production, we need to -with the help of knowledge-based companies, agricultural univers

Apr 14 202421:27

Minister highlights role of watershed management in food security

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Minister highlights role of watershed management in food security The Iranian minister of agriculture noted that major watershed management projects play a critical role in the country's food security and national economy. "The government assumes the responsibility for providing food for a population of over 85 million people,” Mohammad-Ali Nikbakht said. “Given the limitations of water, soil, climate, and financial resources that affect food production, we need to -with the help o

Apr 14 202420:53

Iran to use food irradiation tech for first time

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Iran to use food irradiation tech for first time The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced on Wednesday that the organization has plans underway to irradiate agricultural products for the first time ever. “This is a significant step forward for the organization and that he hopes it will have a positive impact on the lives of Iranians”, Mohammad Eslami said. He added that this technology will help extend the shelf life of food and reduce food waste. Food irra

Mar 15 202421:38

Tehran gears up for 21st WOODEX Expo

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Tehrangears up for 21st WOODEX Expo The bustlingTehran Permanent International Fairgrounds is set to host the 21st WOODEX Expo,kicking off on February 1. The four-dayevent, dubbed "WOODEX Expo 2024," will unveil the latest advancementsin Iran's wood industry, bringing together domestic and international playersfor a dynamic showcase of innovation and collaboration.The 21stIran International Exhibition of Wood, Raw Materials, Accessories, and FittingMachinery & Related Industries for Furnitur

Feb 4 202407:36

Iran plans to increase fresh tuna consumption

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Iran plans to increasefresh tuna consumption The Iranian FisheriesOrganization (IFO) announced on Wednesday that it plans to increase theconsumption of fresh tuna in the country.According to theorganization's head, Hossein Hosseini, Iran produces 282,000 tons of tuna peryear, with the majority of it consumed in the form of canned tuna.He said that theorganization plans to increase the amount of fresh tuna consumed by 10% in thefirst phase of its efforts.Hosseini said that theorganization is work

Jan 28 202409:29

Iran steps up support for cotton growers in bid for self-sufficiency

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Iran is ramping up its efforts to become self-sufficient in cotton production, with increased support for farmers taking center stage, according to an official. "We are actively working towards achieving self-sufficiency in cotton production through comprehensive support programs for our farmers," said Ebrahim Hezarjaribi, chief contractor for Iran's Ministry of Agriculture's Cotton Project.The initiative includes a range of measures designed to improve efficiency and productivity. Farmers are g

Jan 20 202412:26

Agricultural research must go to farms, minister says

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Iranian Minister of Agriculture of Iran Mohammad AliNikbakht called for the need to bring applied research to farms andagricultural production units. “This is the only way to ensure the country's food security,given the challenges of climate change, limited water resources, andbackwardness in agricultural investment,” Nikbakht said in a recent meetingwith members of the country’s Agricultural Research, Education and ExtensionOrganization (AREEO). He stressed the importance of u

Jan 14 202408:45

Iran becomes silver medal holder in agricultural innovation in Central, South Asia

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Iran becomes silver medal holder in agriculturalinnovation in Central, South Asia Iran is now a regional leader in agricultural innovation,holding the number two spot in Central and South Asia, the head of thecountry’s Agricultural Research Education and Extension Organization said.This achievement, according to Mojtaba Khayam-Nekouei, isfueled by a network of "Innovative Farms."These farms serve as hubs for knowledge sharing andtechnology transfer, connecting productive farmers with cutti

Jan 9 202411:46

Iran, FAO successfully warp up Bactrian Camel Conservation Project

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Iran, FAO successfully warp upBactrian Camel Conservation ProjectBactrian Camel ConservationProject completion is not only an achievement but a testament to our collectivecommitment to biodiversity conservation and sustainable development, Yubak DhojGC, FAO Representative a.i. to the Islamic Republic of Iran said in a messageon the terminal workshop of the Bactrian Camel Conservation Project. In the pursuit of preserving theBactrian camel, a species listed as "Critically Endangered" by theIUCN,

Jan 3 202414:56