Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran

In a significant advancement for Iran's agricultural sector, the country has successfully produced its first hybrid F1 red sweet pepper seeds using biotechnology. This achievement, a result of collaboration between the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran (ABRII) and the Jovin Agro-Industrial Company, marks a major milestone in the nation's efforts to reduce reliance on imported seeds and boost domestic agricultural production.

The newly developed hybrid varieties, known as Jovin 1 and Jovin 2, have already been introduced to greenhouse farmers across the country and have garnered significant positive feedback. 

Iran currently imports at least $120 million worth of vegetable seeds annually, leading to a substantial outflow of foreign currency. The production of hybrid seeds, while technologically challenging, especially in the creation of inbred lines, has been a primary focus for Iranian researchers. By employing haploid systems and reverse breeding techniques, scientists at ABRII have successfully developed pure parental lines, paving the way for the creation of these new hybrid varieties.

This achievement is a testament to the capabilities of Iranian researchers and highlights the potential of biotechnology in addressing the country's agricultural challenges. By reducing reliance on imported seeds and developing high-quality domestic varieties, Iran can strengthen its food security and enhance the competitiveness of its agricultural sector.

    

 

Prof. Dr. Mehran Shariatpanahi, Deputy Director General for Research at the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of IRAN (ABRII), introduces our cutting-edge research facilities! 

In this video, he explains the innovative haploid laboratories and showcases the advanced technologies that drive our research forward.