Pakistan approves review of barter trade pact with Iran

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Pakistan approves review of barter trade pact with Iran Pakistan approves review of barter trade pact with Iran Tehran - Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance has approved a proposal from the Ministry of Commerce to review the bilateral barter trade agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The barter trade mechanism, which allows for the exchange of goods without relying on traditional currency settlements, was first introduced by Pakistan in April 2022 for trade with Iran, Afghanistan, and R

Oct 4 202510:49

Low pesticide use boosts Iran edge in agricultural exports

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Low pesticide use boosts Iran edge in agricultural exports Low pesticide use boosts Iran edge in agricultural exports Tehran – Iran’s low use of pesticides gives its agricultural exports a competitive advantage, especially in meeting strict international standards, the country’s Deputy Minister for Horticulture Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi said. Speaking Tuesday at a webinar on “Strategies of the Ministry of Agriculture for Food Security”, Boroumandi stressed the piv

Oct 1 202515:39

Tehran to host 5th Intl Iran Grain Conference

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Tehran to host 5th Intl Iran Grain Conference Tehran to host 5th Intl Iran Grain Conference Tehran – The 5th International Iran Grain Conference will convene on September 29–30, 2025, at the Esteghlal Hotel in Tehran, gathering domestic and international stakeholders to showcase innovations and tackle pressing challenges in the grain industry. Organized by the Iran-Switzerland Chamber of Commerce, the conference will bring together representatives from the private sector, governmen

Sep 28 202511:29

Iran agriculture minister sets growth, self sufficiency targets

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Iran agriculture minister sets growth, self sufficiency targets Iran agriculture minister sets growth, self sufficiency targets Tehran – Iran’s Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri marked the start of the new crop year with a message of resilience and ambition, reporting a turnaround in the sector’s performance and outlining plans for greater self-sufficiency in key products. Addressing a national gathering of senior directors at the Summit Conference Hall in Tehran on Sunda

Sep 28 202509:01

Iran horticulture sector registers 4.5b dollars trade surplus: Deputy minister

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Iran horticulture sector registers 4.5b dollars trade surplus: Deputy minister Iran horticulture sector registers 4.5b dollars trade surplus: Deputy minister Malayer — Iran’s horticulture sector has recorded a $4.5 billion trade surplus, playing a decisive role in the country’s $3 billion positive agricultural trade balance, Deputy Agriculture Minister Mohammad Mehdi Boroumandi said. Boroumandi said that despite reduced rainfall and ongoing sanctions, the agriculture sector g

Sep 27 202510:22

IVO head calls for expansion of core Industries in agriculture, livestock

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IVO head calls for expansion of core Industries in agriculture, livestock IVO head calls for expansion of core Industries in agriculture, livestock Tehran - The head of Iran’s Veterinary Organization (IVO) underlined the urgent need to expand upstream and core industries in the veterinary and agricultural sectors. Alireza Rafieepour said that boosting the production of veterinary medicines, sanitary products, and livestock-related industries could generate substantial added value for th

Sep 22 202505:52

FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing

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FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing FAO, Mashhad University partner to enhance saffron authenticity testing Tehran – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS) have signed a letter of agreement to advance scientific methodologies for testing saffron authenticity. The initiative falls under the joint Technical Cooperation Program between FAO and Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture

Sep 22 202505:48

Iran, Pakistan to strengthen agricultural trade with 3b dollars target: Minister

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Iran, Pakistan to strengthen agricultural trade with 3b dollars target: Minister Iran, Pakistan to strengthen agricultural trade with 3b dollars target: Minister Tehran – Iran and Pakistan have set a goal to raise their agricultural trade volume to $3 billion, more than doubling the current level of $1.3 billion, according to the Iranian Agriculture Minister. Gholamreza Nouri made the remarks on Monday during a meeting in Tehran with Pakistan’s Minister of Commerce and Trade, Jam K

Sep 16 202507:57

Iran unveils major irrigation plan to boost agriculture

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Iran unveils major irrigation plan to boost agriculture Iran unveils major irrigation plan to boost agriculture Tehran - The Iranian government has announced a sweeping initiative to modernize agricultural irrigation, aiming to equip 50% of farmlands with advanced water management systems. The move is designed to tackle drought challenges, enhance water efficiency, and strengthen food security. Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri reported notable progress in the sector, citing a $3 billion i

Sep 7 202510:11

Iran President calls for agricultural modernization, fiscal discipline

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Iran President calls for agricultural modernization, fiscal discipline Iran President calls for agricultural modernization, fiscal discipline Tehran – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian outlined a comprehensive set of directives aimed at modernizing Iran's farming sector, streamlining government spending, and stabilizing food supply chains. In a meeting with agricultural officials on Saturday, the President was briefed on current challenges and initiatives before delivering his add

Sep 6 202511:26