Every nation considers its historical background as an integral part of its identity and deems it obligatory to protect and preserve it. Returning to oneself and deeply reflecting on our cultural, historical and scientific roots play a crucial role in the development and reform of society. Among the precious heritage of Iran and the proud Iranian-Islamic civilization are the richness of medical knowledge and the existence of world famous scholars, experts and sages. Few people have not heard the names of Abu Ali Sina, Zakaria Razi, Jorjani and hundreds of other scholars. Magnificent works such as Shafa, Qanun, Al-Hawi and Khwarezmshahi Reserve have provided unique services to humanity for centuries as the most important sources of medical science and made Iranians around the world feel honored
Our
beloved country Iran has a unique place in the plant geography of the world in
terms of plant diversity, especially in terms of medicinal plants. According to
botanists and researchers in natural sciences, the number of plant species in
Iran is about 8000 species, of which more than 2000 species have medicinal,
aromatic, spice, cosmetic and health properties. Therefore, according to the
20-years development vision document and in order to reduce the vulnerability
of economic development goals, the society's enjoyment of health, welfare, food
security, and proper income distribution, the need to achieve a good share of
the global market of medicinal plants, expansion of non-oil exports and
diversification of export earnings through medicinal plants and herbal products
is felt more than before in the country
Based on
the available facts, the Medical Procurement Organization of the Red Crescent
Society of the Islamic Republic of Iran founded and put into operation the Soha Jissa Agro-Industry
and Medicinal Plants Processing Factory in 2003 in the Salmanshahr Industrial Township
located in Abbasabad, Mazandaran. It is hoped that with the grace and care of
God Almighty and officials' support, empathy and compassion of the esteemed
colleagues, a small step will be taken towards the progress and development of
the country
I wish
all the esteemed colleagues and the great family of the Red Crescent great success
and good health
S.M.
Hejazi Kojori