Iran’s aquaculture sector has experienced significant growth, with notable exports reported in various fishery products. According to Ruhollah Latifi, exports during the mentioned nine-month period included 328 tons of ornamental fish, 14,036 tons of carp, 10,765 tons of trout, 349 tons of halva fish, and 5,672 tons of flounder, as reported by IRIB.
The head of the Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) highlighted the country’s achievements, stating that Iran exported fishery products worth $600 million in the previous Iranian calendar year 1401. Hossein Hosseini emphasized a positive balance of $520 million in the previous year, projecting a potential export capacity of up to $2 billion for Iran’s fishery industry.
Iran’s aquaculture progress has garnered international recognition, positioning the country as a model for the region and beyond. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) acknowledges Iran’s responsible and central role in the fishing and aquaculture industry, considering it a model for neighbouring countries.
Driven by growing demand, Iran’s fishery exports have surged, with a notable 67 percent increase reported in the Iranian calendar year 1400 compared to the previous year. Beyond governmental efforts, the active involvement of young specialists and knowledge-based experts in the industry has contributed to its resilience against sanctions, underscoring the importance of research and innovation in sustaining growth.