Iran’s ‘Desert Gold’ Supplies Running Dry

Iran’s saffron, also called 'desert gold’ supplies, are running dry, which producers and traders say is due to shifting weather patterns and water scarcity.

Due to a bad crop in Iran, the world's largest source of saffron, there is a shortage of the spice on the market, according to a Financial Times story published on Tuesday that included information from local exporters and producers. The most costly spice on the planet, saffron is prized for its rich flavor, complex aroma, and vivid ...

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