Iran Pistachio Association (IPA) Annual Meeting

The principal objectives of IPA, above and beyond establishing itself as a representative and think-tank of the Iranian pistachio industry, was to diagnose diverse problems and complications that afflict the industry and offer expert advice and guidance to members as well as the well-meaning government entities that, in Iran, set economic policies and export procedures. IPA™s scope of activities embrace promotion of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in orchards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in processing plants, storing facilities and during transportation, extension of credit facilities for traders and the promotion and expansion of exports by helping to channel government supports along lines that best suit the industry.