Tehran TimesIran-leaningJun 21, 2026, 12:15 PM

Robustness of Iran’s food security structure proven during crises: agriculture minister

The Iranian Minister of Agriculture highlighted the remarkable resilience of the country’s food security system amid numerous crises, including wars and various domestic and international challenges over the past year. He asserted that despite these pressures, Iran has experienced no disruption in guaranteeing food security for its population. The minister underscored the vital role of science and technology in this achievement and called for further efforts to diminish dependencies on external sources in strategic agricultural sectors. This statement affirms the robustness of Iran’s food supply infrastructure during turbulent times and reflects ongoing government commitment to strengthening self-sufficiency through innovation and strategic planning. The minister’s remarks were made in Tehran, representing a critical assessment of Iran’s capacity to maintain stability in food provision despite external and internal adversities.

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TEHRAN - The Minister of Agriculture, emphasizing the high resilience of the country's food security system, stated: Despite wars and domestic and international challenges over the past year, not the slightest disruption has occurred in ensuring Iran's food security, and now, relying on science and technology, dependencies in strategic areas must be reduced.