Saffron (Crocus sativus L.), the king of spices: An overview
Cardone, Loriana / Castronuovo, Donato / Perniola, Michele / Cicco, Nunzia / Candido, VincenzoIn: Scientia Horticulturae ; 272 ; 2020 ISSN:0304-4238 Article (Journal) / Electronic Resource Highlights • Saffron global production is estimated at 418 t y−1 on 121,338 ha. • Stigma yield, depending on many factors, ranges between 2 and 28 kg ha−1. • Saffron is suitable for low-input and sustainable cropping systems. • New research focuses on the improvement of stigma yield and quality. • Valorisation […]
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