Iran inaugurates 1,000-ton fish processing plant in west

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Iran inaugurates 1,000-ton fish processing plant in west Iran inaugurates 1,000-ton fish processing plant in west Tehran – Iran has inaugurated a new fish processing and packaging facility with an annual capacity of 1,000 metric tons in Aligudarz, western Lorestan Province, as part of efforts to strengthen the country's aquaculture value chain and expand export opportunities. Kiarash Beyranvand, Director General of Lorestan Fisheries, said Aligudarz—one of Iran's leading rainbow tr

Jun 29 202613:07

Probiotic research drives sustainable livestock development in Iran

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Probiotic research drives sustainable livestock development in Iran Probiotic research drives sustainable livestock development in Iran Tehran – Probiotic and postbiotic research is becoming a key pillar of sustainable livestock and poultry production in Iran as global efforts to reduce antibiotic use and combat antimicrobial resistance intensify, an official said. Sho’leh Qorbani, Head of the Biotechnology Research Department, said probiotics improve animal health by enhancing gut

Jun 29 202612:58

Gilan launches genetic improvement program to reduce miscarriages in nomadic sheep

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Gilan launches genetic improvement program to reduce miscarriages in nomadic sheep Gilan launches genetic improvement program to reduce miscarriages in nomadic sheep Tehran – Iran's northern Gilan Province has launched a genetic improvement program for 250 nomadic sheep, using artificial insemination with semen from elite Taleshi rams to enhance flock productivity, increase twin births, and reduce miscarriage rates, an official said. Fereydoun Talebi, Head of Gilan's Nomadic Affairs Offi

Jun 29 202612:57

Iranian scientists to unveil 40 hybrid seed varieties in 2026

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Iranian scientists to unveil 40 hybrid seed varieties in 2026 Iranian scientists to unveil 40 hybrid seed varieties in 2026 Tehran – Iranian scientists are set to introduce 40 new hybrid seed varieties this year, reflecting growing cooperation between the government and the private sector to advance agricultural innovation and strengthen domestic seed production. Gholam-Mohammadi, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and head of the Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (

Jun 28 202612:14

North Khorasan produces over 13,000 tons of greenhouse products annually

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North Khorasan produces over 13,000 tons of greenhouse products annually North Khorasan produces over 13,000 tons of greenhouse products annually Tehran – North Khorasan Province, northeast Iran, produces more than 13,000 metric tons of greenhouse crops each year, with 383 greenhouse units operating across 75.7 hectares, according to the provincial Agriculture Organization. Esmaeil Mahmoudabadi, head of the organization, said the province's annual greenhouse output totals 13,294 metric t

Jun 27 202619:16

Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad raises caviar output elevenfold

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Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad raises caviar output elevenfold Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad raises caviar output elevenfold Tehran – Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad Province in the southwest of Iran has increased its caviar production more than elevenfold over the past year, raising output from 170 kilograms to 2 metric tons and accounting for 10% of the country's total caviar production, a provincial official said. Kourosh Yazdanpanah, director of fisheries and aquaculture at the provincial Agriculture Ministry,

Jun 27 202619:14

Iran harvests over 75 percent of silk cocoon crop as output set to reach 1,100 tons

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Iran harvests over 75 percent of silk cocoon crop as output set to reach 1,100 tons Iran harvests over 75 percent of silk cocoon crop as output set to reach 1,100 tons Tehran – Iran has harvested and marketed more than 75% of its fresh silk cocoon crop, with total production projected to reach 1,100 metric tons this year, valued at approximately 13 trillion rials (1,300 billion tomans), according to the National Sericulture Development Center. Center head Habibollah Rezadoost said favora

Jun 27 202619:12

Iran Organic Association urges non-GMO certification for agricultural imports

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Iran Organic Association urges non-GMO certification for agricultural imports Iran Organic Association urges non-GMO certification for agricultural imports Tehran – The Iran Organic Association has called on the government to require Non-GMO certification, full traceability, and rigorous safety oversight for imported agricultural commodities, arguing that food safety should remain a key consideration in future trade agreements. In a statement issued amid discussions over potential expans

Jun 26 202612:09

Iran begins early-date harvest in southern Kerman

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Iran begins early-date harvest in southern Kerman Iran begins early-date harvest in southern Kerman Tehran – Iran has begun harvesting its early-season dates in the southern Kerman region, with production expected to reach 1,000 metric tons this year. Faroud Salari, head of the Agricultural Organization of Southern Kerman, said the harvest of the Al-Mehtari and Negar varieties is underway across 210 hectares of date palm orchards. "The harvest began in late June and will continue throu

Jun 26 202612:06

Sustainable self-sufficiency essential to strengthen food security, Iranian expert says

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Sustainable self-sufficiency essential to strengthen food security, Iranian expert says Sustainable self-sufficiency essential to strengthen food security, Iranian expert says Tehran – Sustainable self-sufficiency must be the foundation of Iran's food security strategy, an agricultural expert said, emphasizing that long-term resilience is as important as increasing domestic production. A faculty member at Iran's Soil and Water Research Institute said food security is built on four interc

Jun 26 202612:01