News Topic:Saffron
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A Breath of Death: Cement factories suffocate Kashmir
Cement factories in Kashmir poison the air, sicken the people and threaten the environment. A young man fights for change.
Kashmir
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.
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Kashmir
Saffron prices decline 4.5% over two years
The average price of saffron has fallen 4.5% in the national capital, New Delhi, during the past two years, according to the news agency KNO.
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J&K
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.
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Kashmir
Saffron growers in Pulwama express concern over porcupine menace
Saffron growers in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district are worried as porcupines continue to damage their saffron corms.
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Jammu
Kishtwar Saffron receives coveted Geographical Indication Tag
Kishtwar saffron, which is cultivated and harvested in the higher reaches, has been given the Geographical Indication tag by Geographical Indications Registry.
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Kashmir
Wild tulips of Pampore Karewas attract huge rush of people
Wild tulips in Karewas of the saffron town of Pampore are attracting hundreds of tourists and locals.
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Kashmir
Kashmir produces highest saffron in 27 years
Kashmir has recorded 16 metric tonnes of saffron in 2022 which is the highest in the last 27 years.
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