Tehran – The Iranian Minister of Agriculture announced plans to establish a large central marketplace for agricultural products in Tehran, designed to bolster rural markets nationwide.

 

The announcement came during the simultaneous inauguration of 64 rural markets across 17 provinces on Saturday evening.

 

Gholamreza Nouri revealed that the government aims to establish over 3,000 such markets by the end of its term, facilitating direct farm-to-consumer sales and ensuring affordable, abundant produce for citizens.

 

Addressing the recent aggression against Iran, the minister praised Iran’s defensive capabilities, saying, "The Iranian nation’s wisdom and resolve, coupled with our military’s strength, have turned our missile prowess into a point of pride for the Islamic world."

 

He vowed that officials would soon provide a detailed account of the conflict, emphasizing the Supreme Leader’s leadership during the crisis.

 

"The enemy’s failed aggression forced them to seek a ceasefire," he added, noting that experts would soon disclose the extent of damage inflicted on adversaries.

 

Despite external pressures, Nouri  affirmed that Iran maintained stable food supplies nationwide, countering attempts to disrupt the market. "Shelves remained stocked, and prices were even lower than pre-conflict levels—proof of our resilient supply chains," he said.

 

He credited governors, farmers, and distributors for safeguarding food security, calling producers "the backbone of Iran’s self-sufficiency."

 

The Rural Cooperative Organization played a pivotal role, ensuring deliveries to remote areas during the 12-day war, he said.

 

The minister outlined plans to scale up rural markets, with 550 slated for launch by year-end and 3,000 by 2025. "These markets shorten the supply chain, ensuring fair profits for farmers and lower prices for consumers," he explained, urging private cooperatives to participate.

 

"Our mission is clear: empower producers, stabilize prices, and guarantee quality for every Iranian household," Nouri concluded, reiterating the government’s commitment to competitive, sustainable agriculture.