Tribal people would again cultivate Saffron

Saffron in tribal Pakistan

Saffron in tribal Pakistan Source: SBS Pashto-Islam Gul Afridi

The cultivation of Saffron has got its popularity in the tribal areas of Pakistan.


Pakistani Government is helping the tribal area returnees to cultivate Saffron as it is a good source of income and also the weather condition in tribal areas is suitable for the cultivation. Faiq Iqbal is an agriculture officer in LandiKotal area; he is working closely with tribal farmers and advising on Saffron cultivation. Islam Gul Afridi has interviewed Mr. Iqbal; you can listen to the full interview here.


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