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Introduction & Orientation

Overview of Saffron

Saffron, known as the “golden spice,” carries immense historical, cultural, and economic significance, treasured for its culinary, medicinal, and traditional value. With rising global and Indian demand, saffron presents strong profitability potential, especially when cultivated through modern indoor farming techniques. The plant, Crocus sativus, follows a distinct life cycle beginning with corm dormancy, followed by sprouting, flowering, and the vegetative stage. To achieve optimal yield and quality, it requires ideal environmental conditions, including well-drained soil, moderate temperatures, and carefully controlled light and humidity.

Indoor Farming Systems

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)

Climate control (temperature, humidity, CO₂, airflow).

Light requirements (LED spectrum, photoperiod).

Growing Methods

Automation & Sensors

IoT monitoring (temp, RH, irrigation cycles).

Data-driven precision farming.

Step-by-Step Cultivation Process

Corm Selection & Preparation

Size grading, disinfection, storage.

Planting Stage

Optimal spacing and layering methods. Substrate conditioning.

Flowering Management

Triggering blooms with temperature/light adjustments. Daily harvesting techniques.

Post-Flowering Care

Leaf growth phase management. Nutrient and water schedule.

Harvesting & Post-Harvest Handling

Harvesting Techniques

Timing and frequency.

Gentle stigma removal methods.

Drying & Processing

Low-temperature drying standards.

Moisture content tar

Quality Control & Certification

Grades of Saffron (ISO 3632 standards).

Lab testing (crocin, picrocrocin, safranal content).

Business & Economics

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Setup cost: infrastructure, corms, automation.

Yield potential per sq. ft./kg.

Market Access

B2B vs. B2C channels.

Export opportunities.

Hands-on Training & Support

Corm preparation & planting.

Climate chamber/greenhouse visit.

Harvesting, drying & packaging exercise.

Sensor-based monitoring practicals.

📌 Training Duration Options:

Farmer Training: 6-8 Hours (cultivation +Technical+Automation management)

Intro Workshop: 2 Hours (Basics + Business model intro)

Entrepreneurship Program: 16-20 Hours (Complete End-to-end consultancy)

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