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Utilizing Pomegranate Waste from Kuhdasht for Animal Feed Production

2w ago October 18, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway

The head of Lorestan's Agricultural Jihad Organization is advocating for investment to enhance animal feed production by utilizing agricultural waste, particularly pomegranate by-products. This initiative aims to improve local animal husbandry and promote sustainable practices in the region.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Utilizing agricultural waste for animal feed could improve sustainability and food security in Iran's agricultural sector.

👥 Key Players

Head of the Agricultural Jihad Organization of Lorestan MENTIONED
Advocate for agricultural development
"They play a crucial role in promoting agricultural policies and practices that enhance food security and sustainability in Iran."
National Fund for the Development of Animal Husbandry and Livestock Products MENTIONED
Funding body for agricultural initiatives
"This organization provides financial support for projects that can improve livestock production and agricultural efficiency."

📰 What Happened

The head of Lorestan's Agricultural Jihad Organization called for investments to utilize pomegranate waste from Kuhdasht for animal feed production. This initiative aims to enhance local animal husbandry and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

  • Kuhdasht is known for its pomegranate production, generating significant agricultural waste.
  • The initiative seeks to convert agricultural waste into valuable animal feed, addressing both waste management and livestock feed shortages.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This initiative could enhance food security by improving livestock feed availability and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
🌍 Regional: It may encourage similar projects in other agricultural regions, promoting regional economic development.
🌐 International: Improving agricultural sustainability could enhance Iran's self-sufficiency and reduce reliance on imports, which is significant amid international sanctions.

📚 Background

Iran faces challenges in food production and sustainability, making innovative agricultural practices increasingly important. Utilizing waste products can help address these issues.

Sustainable agriculture Food security in Iran
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
As a state media report, the information may reflect government priorities and initiatives, potentially emphasizing positive developments in agriculture.

The head of the Agricultural Jihad Organization of Lorestan emphasized the province's capacities in animal feed production and called for investment from the National Fund for the Development of Animal Husbandry and Livestock Products to equip and develop the animal feed factory of the Livestock Union and to convert agricultural waste, especially the seeds and peels of the pomegranate from Kuhdasht, into animal feed.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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