Kashmir saffron farms struggle as heat stress, dry spell threaten crop

Saffron farmers in Kashmir are facing mounting challenges as a prolonged dry spell and heat stress impact crop yields. The lack of moisture and rising temperatures are affecting saffron corms, the underground stems used for cultivation.

In response, farmers are implementing adaptive measures, including digging wells and planning drip irrigation systems to sustain their crops. These steps reflect growing concerns about climate variability and its impact on the region's prized saffron production, a key agricultural commodity.