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Kashmiri Saffron Production Faces Significant Challenges

The traditional cultivation of Kashmiri saffron is under threat due to climate change, development projects, and widespread adulteration.

BBC News বাংলা · 10 November 2026, 10:34 AM

The centuries-old tradition of Kashmiri saffron cultivation is currently facing severe risks. This high-value spice, primarily grown in Jammu and Kashmir, is struggling against a combination of critical factors. Experts point to climate change, ongoing development activities, and the prevalence of adulterated products in the market as the primary reasons behind the decline. These compounding issues have cast a shadow over the future of this globally renowned spice.