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Iran's Feed Crisis Threatens Food Security and Livelihoods

11/17/2025

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Iran faces a severe feed crisis as grain production declines, with open-market feed at 23,000 tomans per kilogram, up from 13,000 tomans through the government system.
The price surge threatens poultry and livestock production viability, raising concerns about national food security.
Dairy and meat prices have risen dramatically, increasing the burden on low-income families.
The crisis stems from decades of failed economic policies and ongoing government mismanagement.

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Story summary

Iran faces a severe feed crisis as grain production declines, with open-market feed at 23,000 tomans per kilogram, up from 13,000 tomans through the government system.
The price surge threatens poultry and livestock production viability, raising concerns about national food security.
Dairy and meat prices have risen dramatically, increasing the burden on low-income families.
The crisis stems from decades of failed economic policies and ongoing government mismanagement.