Iranian saffron exports have grown by 72%

Iranian saffron exports have grown by 72%

The head of the Foreign Trade Department of the Khorasan Razavi Industry, Mining and Trade Organization announced a 72% increase in saffron exports from the province in packages of 10 to 30 grams in the first nine months of 2017.

Regarding saffron exports in Khorasan Razavi, Mohammad Ali Amirfakhrian told reporters this afternoon: Saffron exports from the province in packages of 10 to 30 grams in the first 9 months of 1396 in terms of weight by 72% and in terms of value by 69% compared to the same period last year Has grown.

The head of the Foreign Trade Department of the Khorasan Razavi Industry, Mining and Trade Organization added: In the first nine months of this year, 44,616 kilograms of saffron in packages of 10 to 30 grams worth $ 67 million were exported from the province to the target countries. The same period last year amounted to 26 thousand kilograms and was worth $ 39.5 million.

He pointed out: By improving the packaging and export of saffron with small packages and branding, the worries and concerns of the presence of new competitors in global markets can be reduced and also this action will increase employment in the community, will bring more added value for the country and producers. Had.

Amirfakhrian stated: During this period, saffron exports in packages higher than 30 grams have increased by 12% compared to the same period last year, from 86,558 kg to 97,000 kg and have reached a value of 135 million dollars.