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23 hectares of Malayer lands under saffron cultivation

The director of Jihad-e-Keshavarzi of Malayer city said: so far, 23 hectares of lands have been cultivated with saffron and it is predicted that four kilograms of saffron will be harvested from each hectare with excellent quality.

Gholamhossein Taghavi added: Considering the water restrictions in the country and according to the policies of the Ministry of Jihad-e-Agriculture in protecting water resources, saffron as one of the low-water and profitable plants can be a good alternative for high-water crops.

He stated: In Hamedan province, the policy is to develop the cultivation of plants such as saffron, medicinal plants and greenhouse crops.

Taqwa pointed out: In this regard, the government provides the necessary facilities to farmers so that farmers can refer to the management of Jihad-e-Agriculture in Malayer city for how to use the necessary facilities and permits.

He added: Farmers can cultivate these crops due to the economic efficiency of this product and in order to reduce water consumption compared to the cultivation of such plants and medicinal plants according to the talent and suitable weather conditions of this city.23 hectares of Malayer lands under saffron cultivation , Malayer lands under saffron cultivation, saffron cultivation, economic prosperity in saffron