Two grams of saffron from Iran = $14. Two grams of saffron from Spain = $13. (Two grams = .071 ounce.) Grow saffron crocus bulbs in a sunny area in the landscape or in a container with drainage holes.

A civil engineer turned agricultural entrepreneur has successfully cultivated saffron in Wayanad employing cutting-edge ...

Its vibrant purple petals notwithstanding, the saffron flower (Crocus sativus) is valued primarily for what hides beneath ...

Did you know the world’s most expensive spice comes from a type of crocus? It’s true. Saffron is derived from Crocus sativus, ...

“By combining these methods, we can grow more plants in less space,” he explained. Srivastava’s indoor farm maintains an environment that mimics Kashmir’s cool climate. “The saffron bulbs start off in ...

"To grow this expensive spice, we used controlled environment and modern technologies like ‘internet of things' (IoT) and ‘aeroponics' (a method of growing plants without soil) under the innovative ...