FAO stresses boost in cooperation with Iran in agriculture, livestock
The representative of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Iran announced the exploration of potential areas for cooperation with Iran in the fields of agricultural and livestock health, such as designing training courses and specialized capacity building.
During a visit to one of the subsidiaries of the Agriculture Ministry, Farrukh Toirov, the FAO representative in Iran, emphasized the vital role of vaccine production in preserving the health of the food production cycle, Mehr reported.
He stated that the in-house scientific capacity and existing indigenous knowledge in Iran constitute a valuable asset, beneficial not only for Iran but also for the people of the region.
The FAO representative highlighted the close interconnection between human, animal, and environmental health, stressing the importance of the "One Health" approach, which is a shared priority for both FAO and the World Health Organization (WHO).
In this regard, he clarified that FAO is currently preparing and presenting a joint proposal within the framework of the "One UN" approach.
“This initiative involves the participation of organizations such as FAO, WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA, as well as national entities including the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Health, and the Department of Environment. The aim is to strengthen joint cooperation in addressing common health threats among humans, animals, and the environment, Toirov added.
The official further announced FAO's readiness to explore areas of cooperation, including designing training courses and specialized empowerment.
He added that providing a list of priority educational and research topics could be an effective step for planning and expanding collaborations.
During the meeting, the importance of international cooperation to combat hunger and enhance global food security through science and innovation was also emphasized.