Economy5 years ago
‘Iran increasing saffron cultivation at rapid pace’
An agriculture official says Iran is increasing cultivation area for red gold by 5,000 hectares a year.
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Iran’s saffron exports up 55% in 10 months to January
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‘Smuggling taking its toll on Iran saffron exports’
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Iran ‘red gold’ output to hit 300 metric tons
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