Saffron Takes Roots in Ladakh

Saffron takes roots in Ladakh

Srinagar, Nov 1: In a landmark breakthrough for high-altitude agriculture, an experimental saffron cultivation project on newly restored land in Leh has achieved its first bloom in a record-breaking 30 days—cutting the standard two-month flowering timeline in half. The pilot initiative has yielded nearly 22 grams of pure saffron within just its first four days of harvest, signaling a transformative shift for farming in the Union Territory. The a…

Barren Land To Saffron Field In 30 Days: Ladakh's Farming Experiment

Nearly 22 grams of saffron was collected in just four days, raising hopes that the high-value crop could become a new source of income for farmers in Ladakh.

Saffron blooms in Leh within 30 days in high-altitude cultivation experiment

If successful, the experiment could open new opportunities for commercial cultivation, generate livelihoods and encourage agro-based entrepreneurship among local farmers and young people