India, Aug. 1 -- For decades, saffron cultivation in India was largely associated with Jammu and Kashmir. However, advances in controlled-environment agriculture, modern farming technologies and scientific research have led to growing interest in exploring the crop's potential in other parts of the country as well.Saffron, one of the world's most expensive spices, is attracting growing interest among farmers, young entrepreneurs, agri-startups and agricultural businesses looking for high-value farming opportunities. With premium-quality saffron commanding prices that can run into lakhs of rupees per kilogram, the crop has increasingly become a subject of interest for those exploring alternative and technology-driven agricultural ventures....