Tag: Saffricon

The saffron harvest has produced 2kg, which will be readied for transport to the UAE. Photo: Supplied/Saffricon

SA’s first saffron season surpasses expectations

by Lee Duru

27th August 2021

Mzansi's saffron farmers are excited about future prospects producing the most expensive spice in the world. Saffricon has trial farmers in all nine provinces and is offering franchise opportunities.

Farming with saffron in South Africa: Here’s how you do it

by Dona Van Eeden

13th July 2021

Saffron is a new crop in South Africa, and everybody is talking about it. If you want to start farming this up-and-coming crop, here’s your guide to farming with saffron ...

Podcast: Farmers, take note of saffron opportunities

by Dona Van Eeden

24th February 2021

Mzansi is fast becoming a significant player in the farming and export of saffron – by far the world’s most expensive spice. After years of perfecting the art of saffron cultivation ...

No, you are not looking at a saffron field in Tehran. Iran might be the largest producer of saffron, but the “red gold” is fast gaining popularity in South Africa too. Photo: Supplied/Food For Mzansi

Saffron ‘could be pure gold’ for new era farmers

by Staff Reporter

16th February 2021

Step aside, cannabis cultivation. There's a new kid in town. Plans are in place that could see South Africa becoming a significant player in the farming and export of saffron ...

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