Kashmir’s famed saffron fields are under siege

19/05/2024 9 min
Kashmir’s famed saffron fields are under siege

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Episode Synopsis

Explore the challenges facing Kashmir's saffron industry due to a prolonged dry spell, rodent infestation, cement dust, and the influx of Iranian imports through Auqib Javeed's analysis in this insightful article. Javeed delves into the complexities of these factors and their impact on the region's renowned saffron cultivation. Gain valuable insights into the environmental and economic challenges confronting Kashmir's saffron growers as Javeed navigates through the intricacies of the situation. This story provides a nuanced perspective on the issues affecting one of Kashmir's iconic industries.

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