Quality Saffron Strength of Kashmir Economy


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Authors

  • F. A. Nehvi
  • Salwee Yasmin

Abstract

In the Pampore region of Kashmir valley, post harvest handling of saffron, particularly the drying process is critical to maintain the quality of saffron. Drying brings about the physical, biochemical and chemical changes necessary to achieve the desired quality in saffron and its preservation. The NAIP Post Harvest System has helped to establish a Saffron Park with hi-tech facilities for saffron processing,handling, drying quality testing and packing.

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Author Biographies

  • F. A. Nehvi
    Professor & In-charge, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir
  • Salwee Yasmin
    Technical Associate,  Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir

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Issue

Vol. 64 No. 2 (2014)

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How to Cite

Nehvi, F. A., & Yasmin, S. (2015). Quality Saffron Strength of Kashmir Economy. Indian Farming, 64(2). https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/49858