Executive By-law of the Soil Protection Act.

This executive by-law provides the detailed implementation framework for Iran’s Soil Protection Act, establishing the responsibilities, coordination mechanisms, and technical standards required for effective soil conservation and sustainable land use across the country. It defines key terms and mandates the creation of a National Coordination Headquarters, involving multiple ministries and agencies, to oversee policy alignment, data sharing, and enforcement. The document requires comprehensive mapping of soil resources, identification and rehabilitation of degraded and polluted soils, and the development of monitoring systems for soil quality, erosion, and land use changes. It sets strict regulations for the registration, import, and use of fertilizers and soil amendments, and prohibits the use of untreated wastewater in agriculture to protect soil and crop health. The executive by-law also outlines procedures for environmental impact assessments, restoration of land affected by natural or human-induced disasters, and the integration of soil data into national planning. The text consists of 31 Articles.