In a first, Ladakh grows saffron on a large scale: Why are Iranian corms being tested on barren land? Know importance
The saffron cultivation is being undertaken over 4,000 square metres of previously barren land at Spituk Pharka in Leh, which has been rejuvenated and transformed under Project Him Sarovar.
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