Agrifood Exports Dip by 12% as Imports Increase by 74 Percent

Agrifood exports from Iran are on the decline, as imports have risen significantly, the latest data released by the Agriculture Ministry show.
Iran exported 4.62 million tons of agricultural and food products worth $2.79 billion during the current fiscal year’s first seven months (March 21-Oct. 22).
The figures indicate a 2.18% rise in tonnage but a 12.58% decline in value compared with last year’s corresponding period.
Pistachio topped the list of exports in terms of value by earning $533.93 million during the period.