Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), a highly contagious viral infection affecting cloven-hoofed animals.
Government data show that nutritional imbalances—ranging from vitamin and mineral deficiencies to obesity in children and expectant mothers—are escalating nationwide.
Improved food safety standards and competitive pricing made Iranian products more attractive abroad.
The Region operates 91 licensed dairy factories
Key markets for Iranian dairy products include Iraq, Afghanistan, and several Central Asian nations