Introducing Ehsan Azarenkou
Dr. Ehsan Azarenkou, one of the prominent and influential figures in Iran’s modern agriculture, with more than 15 years of experience in the field of smart greenhouses and sustainable agriculture, is known as one of the pioneers of this industry. He has been able to play a key role in the introduction and development of new agricultural technologies in Iran with his unceasing efforts, specialized knowledge and innovative outlook.
The beginning of Ehsan Azarenkou activity
Ehsan Azarenkou started his professional career in 2005, focusing on greenhouse farming. After graduating and passing international courses, seeing the problems of traditional agriculture, he decided to create a new path in this field. With extensive research and using advanced technologies, he launched his first smart greenhouse in 2015.
Education of Ehsan Azarenkou
- Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering from Tehran University, focusing on agricultural resource management and greenhouse engineering
- Master's degree in sustainable agriculture from Shiraz University with research on reducing the consumption of natural resources in modern agriculture
- PhD in smart agriculture and new technologies from Wageningen University, the Netherlands.
- Participation in international specialized courses including smart greenhouse management at the Netherlands International Center for Agricultural Research, sustainable agriculture and new technologies at the University of California, Davis and Internet of Things (IoT) in agriculture, organized by FAO
skills
- Expertise in designing and managing smart greenhouses
- Ability to implement hydroponic and aeroponic cultivation projects
- Design and implementation of smart greenhouses using artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT).
- Management of large agricultural projects
- Consulting in the field of reducing the consumption of natural resources in agriculture and developing the export agricultural supply chain.
- Training and empowering farmers to use new technologies.
Work records
- CEO of Green Farm Complex (1390 till now)
- Senior consultant in national sustainable agriculture projects
- Technical manager of greenhouse projects in dry and low water areas
- Member of the faculty of modern agriculture training courses
- Managing the project of growing organic products for export and cooperating with European markets for the development of organic agriculture in Iran.
Future vision
Looking to the future, Ehsan Azarenkou has focused on the development and transformation of Iran’s agriculture through new and sustainable technologies. He is trying to encourage Iranian farmers to use modern and efficient methods in the management of farms and greenhouses by launching comprehensive educational and research programs.
One of his key goals is to expand international cooperation to transfer knowledge and advanced technologies to Iran so that it can implement global agricultural standards in the country. Dr. Azarenkou is also looking to establish specialized research centers in the field of digital agriculture and green technologies, which will provide farmers and students with access to the latest innovations in this field.