Technology - Matthew King

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Matthew King Food and Nutrition Scott Alves Brown May 5, 2021 Technology The agro tech world is always in constant motion. However, much of that advancement has not reached saffron crops. Over 90% of the world's saffron production occurs in Iran and relies on traditional farming techniques carried out by underpaid and exploited work forces. Until now. According to a report originally released by SEEDO Corp, one of their subsidiaries, Saffron Tech, has successfully been able to grow the saffron crocus indoors using vertical farming techniques (“Seedo Corp”). The report is very brief and is based on forward looking statements, but SEEDO is researching growing technology to produce saffron year round. Saffron is currently only harvested one time a year due to the climate and growing season. It’s also only able to grow in a few places around the world. Iran’s climate and soil conditions are ideal for the saffron crocus and therefore able to produce some of the highest quality. Other countries are unable to compete in both quantity and quality. Vertical farming techniques, although expensive operations, could hypothetically be made available for use by other countries in any climate. If what Seedo Corp claims is true, it would revolutionize and make major waves in the saffron industry. According to another report released by SEEDO, “The company recently entered an agreement with ARO Volcani Center, Israel’s largest and most prestigious agricultural research center” (“Seedo Corp”). This research agreement gives SEEDO’s statements some weight. But, it is still important to recognize the limited amount of information released on this


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