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Saffron from New Growing Areas: Farmer Insights and Quality Analysis
Jenn Hoskins
21st June, 2024
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Key Findings
- The study focused on saffron quality and yield in Taliouine, Morocco, and other regions
- Saffron quality varies significantly between Taliouine and other regions, with Taliouine samples generally showing higher crocin, picrocrocin, and safranal levels
- Factors like altitude, humidity, and cultural practices significantly influence saffron quality, with higher altitudes correlating with better quality
References
Main Study
1) Saffron of Taliouine and new extension areas in Morocco: farmers surveys and physicochemical analysis
Published 20th June, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1007/s44187-024-00119-2
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