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kashmir
Commodities From Khorasan to Kashmir: Saffron Prices Surge Amid Global Supply Squeeze from West Asia Conflict
Kashmiri saffron prices have surged to ₹340-₹350/gm from ₹200-₹250/gm a year ago, driven by the West Asia conflict disrupting Iranian supplies — Iran accounts for 90% of global output — and a sharp decline in local Kashmir yields. Traders and the Saffron Growers Association report production fell to 5-10% of normal last year, pushing GI-tagged saffron to ₹380/gm and raising Iranian saffron prices to ₹190-₹200/gm. Prices are expected to remain firm amid continued supply chain uncertainty.
Commodities Bitter Season for Kashmir Honey: Output Plunges on Erratic Weather
Erratic weather in Kashmir has caused a sharp decline in honey production this season, reversing a 75% increase over the past three years. Beekeepers report yields down by 70% or more, with premium acacia honey particularly affected. The decline highlights the sector's vulnerability to climate variability despite recent policy support.
Commodities Hailstorms Impact Kashmir Apple Prices, Insurance Demand Rises
Kashmir's apple prices have surged due to repeated hailstorms causing significant crop damage. The lack of crop insurance exacerbates the financial strain on growers, prompting calls for urgent policy implementation.
Commodities Kashmir's Shrinking Farmland Threatens Food Security
The rapid conversion of agricultural land in Kashmir is threatening food security in the region. With a significant reduction in cultivable land, Kashmir's dependency on food imports is increasing.