Saffron, a spice derived from the Crocus sativus flower, is most commonly associated with Asia and the Middle East. But saffron crocus thrive around the Mediterranean, including Italy, where they ...

The cultivation of saffron has successfully helped women living in rural communities in Morocco overcome poverty and social and developmental vulnerability. By planting this pricey crop, termed by ...

ALCALDE — Douglas Oberwortmann and his wife have been picking saffron crocus blooms almost every day for the past three weeks, then carefully removing the bright red, thread-like stigmas from each ...

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 ...

After facing one of its worst harvests on record, the Kashmir Valley’s farmers worry about the future of their prized saffron. Shubli Bashir, a PhD student studying agriculture at Sher e Kashmir ...

Saffron, the world’s most expensive spice, is prized for its striking red threads, rich aroma, and powerful medicinal and culinary properties. Though it’s typically cultivated in specific climates, ...