Iran expands water-efficient farming as oleaster harvest begins in West Azarbaijan

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Iran expands water-efficient farming as oleaster harvest begins in West Azarbaijan Iran expands water-efficient farming as oleaster harvest begins in West Azarbaijan West Azarbaijan - Harvesting of oleaster has begun in Iran’s northwestern West Azarbaijan province, where officials are promoting the drought- and salt-tolerant fruit tree as a promising crop for water-efficient farming and more resilient agricultural production. Shabnam Jalilzadeh, director of horticulture at the West Azarb

Oct 12 202610:30

Iran’s livestock sector accounts for 35 percent of agriculture: Official

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Iran’s livestock sector accounts for 35 percent of agriculture: Official Iran’s livestock sector accounts for 35 percent of agriculture: Official Tehran – Iran’s livestock sector accounts for more than 3% of GDP and about 35% of the country’s agricultural sector, the head of the Animal Science Research Institute said. Hassan Khamis-Abadi said the sector is vital to food security and employment and has the potential to contribute more than 18 million tons to agricultural produ

Sep 15 202610:38

Iran eyes sugar self-sufficiency through autumn beet cultivation

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Iran eyes sugar self-sufficiency through autumn beet cultivation Iran eyes sugar self-sufficiency through autumn beet cultivation TEHRAN – Iran is seeking to achieve self-sufficiency in sugar production while reducing agricultural water consumption by expanding autumn sugar beet cultivation and developing alternative natural sweeteners, a senior agricultural research official said. Abazar Rajabi, head of the Sugar Beet Seed Research and Improvement Institute, said the strategy is part of

Sep 13 202612:18

Eram emerges as a new hub for Iran’s off-season tomato exports

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Eram emerges as a new hub for Iran’s off-season tomato exports Eram emerges as a new hub for Iran’s off-season tomato exports BUSHEHR – Iran’s Eram district in Dashtestan County in the southern province of Bushehr is emerging as a major hub for off-season tomato production, with annual output exceeding 50,000 tons and significant potential to expand agricultural exports to regional markets. According to Mehr News Agency, off-season tomatoes are cultivated on approximately 600 hecta

Sep 11 202610:29

French farmers deplete winter fodder reserves amid severe drought

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French farmers deplete winter fodder reserves amid severe drought French farmers deplete winter fodder reserves amid severe drought PARIS – France's worst drought in recent years has forced farmers to tap into winter feed reserves months ahead of schedule, as scorching temperatures and record-low rainfall devastate pastures across the country. The National Federation of Milk Producers (FNPL) reports that many farmers had already begun using their winter fodder stocks by late July, a full

Aug 24 202612:33

FAO: Iran to remain world’s 14th largest wheat producer

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FAO: Iran to remain world’s 14th largest wheat producer FAO: Iran to remain world’s 14th largest wheat producer Tehran – Iran is expected to retain its position as the world's 14th largest wheat producer in 2025, with output forecast to reach 13.7 million tons, according to the latest report by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The projected harvest marks a 14.2% increase from last year's 12 million tons, making Iran the second-fastest growing wheat producer among major pro

Jul 20 202618:49

Kerman launches production line of 40-dose Black Disease Vaccine

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Kerman launches production line of 40-dose Black Disease Vaccine Kerman launches production line of 40-dose Black Disease Vaccine Kerman - The Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute's Southeast Branch has launched a production line for the 40-dose Infectious Hepatic Gangrene vaccine (also known as Black Disease Vaccine) at its Kerman facility, aiming to improve livestock breeders' access to veterinary vaccines and lower production costs. Mojtaba Ali-Mollaei, Head of the institute's Southeas

Jul 11 202608:39

Researcher highlights importance of Fava bean cultivation

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Researcher highlights importance of Fava bean cultivation Researcher highlights importance of Fava bean cultivation Tehran - Three new fava bean varieties for animal, poultry, and aquafeed have been introduced by Iran's Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), according to the research deputy at the Golestan Agricultural Research Center. Fatemeh Sheikh, a fava bean breeding specialist, said the winter-sown protein crop poses no threat to water or soil resources. &

May 11 202611:39

Hormozgan a major national hub for onion production, official says

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Hormozgan a major national hub for onion production, official says Hormozgan a major national hub for onion production, official says HORMOZGAN – The southern Hormozgan province has solidified its position as a key hub for winter onion production in Iran, cultivating 8,000 hectares and producing more than 400,000 tons annually, according to a provincial agricultural official. Seyed Reza Amirizadeh, Director of Crop Cultivation at the Agricultural Organization of Hormozgan, said that onio

Apr 4 202610:38

Lowest US wheat acres since 1919, USDA reports

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Lowest US wheat acres since 1919, USDA reports Lowest US wheat acres since 1919, USDA reports WDC – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that the country's wheat planted area for 2026 is projected to reach 17.73 million hectares, a 3 percent decline from the previous year. If realized, this will mark the lowest wheat acreage since record-keeping began in 1919. Winter wheat accounts for the largest share, at 13.11 million hectares (down 2 percent), followed by

Apr 3 202613:26