Where to grow rainfed barberry?
The Deputy Minister of Jihad for Agriculture and Horticulture said: According to research conducted in South Khorasan, barberry can also be successful in rainfed cultivation.
Mohammad Ali Tahmasebi in the South Khorasan Greenhouses Headquarters, stating that the creation of 1000 hectares of greenhouses is planned in South Khorasan, said: The issue of greenhouses is very important due to its role in creating jobs, saving and optimal use of water resources.
He added: In South Khorasan, on the issue of greenhouses and related structures, the issue of saving water and energy consumption should be considered.
Tahmasebi continued: South Khorasan in the field of mushroom cultivation can also take desirable measures in cooperation and consultation with the Iranian Mushroom Association, in this regard, consultations should be done.
The Deputy Minister of Jihad for Agriculture and Horticulture, pointing out that in the discussion of mushroom cultivation, issues such as transportation and a suitable hall for storage should be considered, said: In the field of agriculture in South Khorasan, productivity promotion is considered, which is important except by modeling and Training is not possible.
He stated that South Khorasan has a special ability and talent in the field of cultivation of medicinal plants, including kharsht.
Tahmasebi said: This plant with 11% protein is a good forage for livestock that has a high potential for planting in the soil of South Khorasan.
The Deputy Minister of Jihad for Agriculture and Horticulture said that rain-fed barberry can also be grown in places where there is an earthen dam and a water structure, and reminded that crops that can withstand drought should be cultivated in this province.