The yearly saffron harvest in Greece is in full swing in the rural areas outside of the northern city of Kozani ...
Can Innovation Save Kashmir's Saffron From A Warming Future?. File photoBy Mohammad HaniefThe autumn harvest no longer ...
Finding a safe house in Afghanistan for saffron - that's right, saffron. The spice was high on Mohammad's list as he watched the Taliban take over his home country. Now, we're just using his first ...
The spice saffron contains antioxidants that reduce inflammation. Research has linked saffron with alleviating depression and ...
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What Is Saffron, and Why Is It So Expensive?

What is saffron? Learn the average saffron price, how to cook with the spice, and how to tell the real deal from impostors.
HERAT, Afghanistan (Reuters) - It is early morning in a saffron field outside the western Afghan city of Herat and dozens of women are harvesting the delicate purple flowers, working quickly to gather ...
SRINAGAR: As saffron growers in the Pampore area of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district begin harvesting the world-famous spice, concerns are mounting over the steady decline in production despite timely ...
Saffron is a pricy spice harvested from a fall-flowering crocus. Learn how to grow it to harvest your own saffron.
Growing saffron crocus at home can be a rewarding experience, giving you the chance to cultivate your own spice ...
Saffron has been one of the world’s most prized spices for thousands of years, used by ancient empires to dye clothing, scent perfume, and flavor food. Alexander the Great added it to his baths to ...