Iraq Business News brings you the latest news on developments and opportunities in Iraq agriculture.
By John Lee. Professor Dr. Mahmoud Saleh Al-Khafaji of the Department of Water Resources Engineering at the University of Baghdad chaired a meeting organised by the Prime Minister's Office Adviser for Scientific, Academic, and Artificial Intelligence Affairs to explore smart digital solutions for water system management in Iraq. The session featured presentations on advanced technologies, […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Water Resources has announced that, as part of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani's initiative to plant five million trees across Iraq, the Ministry has so far planted 54,000 seedlings at 102 sites in Baghdad and the provinces (excluding the Kurdistan Region). Mohammed Awad Kazem, Head of the Afforestation and […]
From Kurdistan24. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Tigris River at Risk: Pollution Threatens Iraq's Lifeline, Public Health The visual transformation of the river is already apparent. Once known for its shimmering blue waters, the Tigris has taken on a murky hue, […]
By John Lee. The World Food Programme (WFP) in Iraq has published its Annual Report 2024, highlighting the following key messages: Through strategic partnerships with the Government, WFP introduced innovative nature-based solutions to support climate adaptation through mangrove restoration, community assets, and climate information systems to boost agricultural productivity while strengthening government capacity for emission […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Agriculture has announced plans to implement vertical farming as part of efforts to optimize land use and reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers. Deputy Agriculture Minister Mahdi Sahar told the state-run Iraqi News Agency (INA) that the technique involves growing crops in stacked layers, using hydroponics and aeroponics instead of […]
From IMPACT. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq: Climate Change and Agriculture in Al-Dawaya and Al-Gharraf (March 2025) This assessment was conducted in the Al-Dawaya and Al-Gharraf sub-districts of Thi-Qar [Dhi Qar] governorate, a region facing an unprecedented climate-induced crisis. Iraq's […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Council of Ministers authorised the Ministry of Agriculture to contract with Date Palm Developments Ltd (DPD) to supply 20,000 tissue-cultured palm seedlings as part of the National Program for Date Palm Rehabilitation and Seedling Propagation in Iraq for 2024. The council also exempted it from government contracting and budget execution regulations. […]
By John Lee. The Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture has reportedly said that the country has achieved self-sufficiency in seven crops and is exporting 13 crops internationally. Ministry spokesperson Mohammed al-Khuzai told state-run Iraqi News Agency (INA) that, despite water shortages, Iraq is expanding its agricultural plans by cultivating desert lands, relying on well water, and […]
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Foot-and-mouth disease in Iraq stokes public backlash, blame game Iraqi authorities are facing mounting public anger amid a new outbreak of the devastating foot-and-mouth disease. The full article can be viewed here (registration […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Supreme Council for Youth has launched "Mubadara Al-Khair" (Initiative of Goodness) programme to empower young entrepreneurs in agriculture, food security, livestock, and climate sectors. The initiative, directed by Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani, includes: Providing loans to youth-led projects. Training and mentorship for participants. Support in acquiring modern equipment for agricultural […]
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved a US$18.5 million project to support Iraq's efforts to minimize environment and health risks due to Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and other chemical pollution hotspots and improve livelihoods of local communities. The Integrated Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and Chemical Hotspots Project is co-financed by a US$13.49 million […]
By John Lee. The Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture has said it has intensified its preventive measures to combat the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and protect the country's livestock. The campaign is being led by the Veterinary Directorate, under the supervision of Dr. Abbas Jabr Al-Maliki, Minister of Agriculture, and with direct oversight from Dr. […]
