Agriculture

Iran’s agriculture minister says the country has cut its agricultural imports bill by more than a half amid the government's tighter currency controls.

Mazandaran Province — Nestled along Iran’s lush northern coast, Mazandaran has entered the peak of its annual rice harvest season, a time when golden paddies and the rhythm of rural life define the landscape.

The Estemaran date palm, a gem of Khuzestan, stands as a symbol of southern Iran’s agricultural heritage. Known also as “Sayer,” this premium variety of date is more than a fruit — it is a reflection of Khuzestan’s cultural and ecological identity. In this photo report, we witness the intense yet graceful process of harvesting unripe kharak (the semi-ripe stage before full ripening) in the Eastern Haffar region of Khorramshahr, with temperatures soaring above 50°C.

Agriculture has been the backbone of Iran’s rural economy and a vital pillar of national food security for thousands of years.