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Drought Destroys 95% of Pastures in Fars Province; Causes 'One Trillion Tomans' in Damages to Nomads

Feb 5, 2026 February 5, 2026 2 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Drought has severely impacted Fars Province, destroying 95% of pastures and causing one trillion tomans in damages to the nomadic community. Approximately 30,000 nomadic households are affected, highlighting the critical role of livestock in their livelihood. This situation reflects broader issues of water scarcity and social unrest in Iran.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The severe drought in Fars Province highlights the urgent need for effective water management and support for vulnerable communities in Iran.

👥 Key Players

Hamid Karimi MENTIONED
Director of nomadic affairs in Fars Province
"He provides insights into the impact of drought on nomadic communities, highlighting their struggles and needs."
Nomadic communities in Fars Province MENTIONED
Affected population
"They represent a significant cultural and economic group in Iran, reliant on livestock and pastures for their livelihood."
Iranian Government MENTIONED
National authority
"Responsible for managing water resources and addressing the needs of affected populations amid a growing water crisis."

📰 What Happened

Drought has devastated 95% of pastures in Fars Province, causing one trillion tomans in damages to the nomadic community. This has severely impacted the livelihoods of approximately 30,000 nomadic households reliant on livestock.

  • 95% of pastures in Fars Province have been destroyed due to drought.
  • There are about 30,000 nomadic households in Fars, with a total population of 120,000.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The drought exacerbates existing social and economic challenges, potentially leading to increased unrest and demands for government action.
🌍 Regional: The situation reflects broader environmental issues in the Middle East, where water scarcity is a growing concern.
🌐 International: International observers may see this as a sign of the Iranian government's struggles to manage natural resources and social stability.

📚 Background

Iran has been facing a prolonged water crisis due to climate change, mismanagement, and over-extraction of water resources, affecting agriculture and pastoral communities.

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📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
The information comes from ILNA, which is a state-affiliated news agency, so it may reflect government perspectives and priorities.

As the water crisis in Iran continues to escalate, the latest statistics released by the government reveal that drought has destroyed '95 percent' of the pastures in Fars Province, inflicting severe damage on the large nomadic community in the region. According to the ILNA news agency, the drought last year caused 'one trillion tomans' in damages to the nomads of Fars, and according to Hamid Karimi, the director of nomadic affairs in Fars Province, there are currently '30,000' nomadic households with a population of '120,000' in Fars, which holds the 'first rank in the country' in terms of nomadic population. He stated that according to estimates from the nomadic census, there are approximately '2.9 million' sheep in the province during the summer grazing season and about '3.07 million' during the winter grazing season, with an average of '110 sheep' per nomadic household. In the nomadic lifestyle based on animal husbandry, pastures and land for keeping livestock are of utmost importance. Therefore, any changes in rainfall, temperature, or soil conditions significantly impact their daily life cycle. Hamid Karimi mentioned that 'there is no accurate online data available on the reduction of livestock numbers among nomads in Fars Province,' adding that 'the factors of drought and fodder shortage' are very important indicators in balancing the number of livestock that each nomadic household can maintain. He also reported the '95 percent destruction' of pastures held by nomads in the province due to 'drought' and added that '67 percent' of the pasture areas in the province are essential for the 'livelihood of nomads.' In recent years, nomads in various regions of Iran have protested against their deteriorating conditions, including a gathering in October by the Moghanli tribe in Ardabil, chanting 'We do not want promises; we want our rights.'

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Translation confidence: 85%

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