Iran registers 20 percent boost in forest, rangeland protection

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Iran registers 20 percent boost in forest, rangeland protection Iran registers 20 percent boost in forest, rangeland protection Tehran – Iran has achieved a 20% increase in the protection index of its forests and rangelands, thanks to the implementation of nationwide watershed management and reforestation programs, according to deputy for Watershed Management, Rangelands, and Deserts at the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization. Speaking at a national task force meeting

Aug 4 202508:18

Khuzestan becomes Iran’s leading center for cut flower production

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Khuzestan becomes Iran’s leading center for cut flower production Khuzestan becomes Iran’s leading center for cut flower production Ahvaz – Khuzestan Province has solidified its position as Iran’s national hub for cut flower production, contributing significantly to both domestic supply and export markets. According to Javad Soltani-Kazemi, head of the Khuzestan Agricultural Organization, the province produces over 170 million stems of flowers and ornamental plants annually, earnin

Aug 4 202508:14

Iran unveils major watershed management program

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Iran unveils major watershed management program Iran unveils major watershed management program Tehran - Iran’s Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization has launched a major initiative aimed at overhauling the country’s approach to water and soil conservation, according to the deputy head of the organization. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 planning sessions for watershed, rangeland, and desertification projects, Hassan Vahid announced that the initiative will be

Aug 3 202509:26

Iran non-oil exports rise amid sharp drop in agricultural imports

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Iran non-oil exports rise amid sharp drop in agricultural imports Iran non-oil exports rise amid sharp drop in agricultural imports Tehran – Iran’s non-oil trade reached 61.02 million tons, valued $34.175 billion, during the first four months of the current Iranian year, according to data released by the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA). Non-oil exports rose by 1.46% in volume compared to the same period last year, but the value of these exports declined by 5

Aug 1 202513:09

Iranian, Chinese agricultural ministers discuss ways to expand cooperation

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Iranian, Chinese agricultural ministers discuss ways to expand cooperation Iranian, Chinese agricultural ministers discuss ways to expand cooperation Tehran - Iran and China discussed ways to deepen agricultural cooperation during a meeting between Iranian Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri and his Chinese counterpart Han Jun. According to the Iranian government’s official news service, Nouri highlighted the strong commitment of President Masoud Pezeshkian’s administration to st

Aug 1 202513:02

Iran, Tajikistan express eagerness to strengthen agricultural cooperation

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Iran, Tajikistan express eagerness to strengthen agricultural cooperation Iran, Tajikistan express eagerness to strengthen agricultural cooperation Tehran – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture and his Tajik counterpart reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation in the agricultural sector. During a recent high-level meeting between Gholamreza Nouri and Qurbon Hakimzoda. discussed strategies to deepen collaboration and outlined specific areas for future joint projects.

Jul 31 202513:56

Iran Agriculture Minister heads to China for SCO summit

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Iran Agriculture Minister heads to China for SCO summit Iran Agriculture Minister heads to China for SCO summit Tehran – Iran's Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri has traveled to Kunming, China, to attend the 10th meeting of agriculture ministers from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states. The two-day summit, which kicked off Wednesday, focuses on strengthening agricultural cooperation among participating nations. According to a report carried by the official

Jul 29 202509:33

The silent gold of Zagros: Acorn flour an alternative to wheat

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The silent gold of Zagros: Acorn flour an alternative to wheat The silent gold of Zagros: Acorn flour an alternative to wheat Tehran - A prominent producer of acorn flour has described the acorn—known as the “silent gold of the Zagros”—and its flour not only as a valuable resource for enhancing food security but also as a powerful example of sustainable agriculture and natural resource conservation. Amidst Iran’s ongoing struggles with environmental crises, soil e

Jul 28 202512:59

Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil

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Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil Iranian livestock industry emerges as second-largest economic sector after oil Tehran — Iran’s livestock industry has become the country's second most important economic sector after oil, playing a pivotal role in national food security and export revenues, according to senior agricultural officials. Alireza Rafiee-Pour, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Head of the Iran Veterinary Organization, said th

Jul 28 202512:57

Minister: Agriculture sector grows 3.2 percent in one year

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Minister: Agriculture sector grows 3.2 percent in one year Minister: Agriculture sector grows 3.2 percent in one year Tehran - Iran’s agriculture sector grew by 3.2 percent in the Iranian calendar year ending March 2025, with exports rising by 32 percent and the trade balance improving by $3 billion, Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri announced. According to the Agriculture Ministry’s official website, Nouri underscored the strategic importance of domestic food production and se

Jul 27 202510:28