News Topic:National Saffron Mission

Dry spell affects saffron cultivation in Kashmir

The dry spell in Kashmir has had a devastating impact on saffron production this year, with yields dropping by 50 to 70 percent compared to previous years.

Centre notes drastic decline in saffron production in J-K

The Centre on Tuesday said that the production of saffron has declined by over 67 per cent from 2010 to 2024.

Growers worried as saffron fields, produce shrinks

Pampore is witnessing an uptick in constructions in saffron fields, causing a decline in saffron production as well as shrinking land for the prized spice.

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