It was tested predominantly for colour, flavour and aroma and the results "far exceeded" the minimum requirements in all categories.Ĭrocin levels were particularly impressive at 300, the minimum being 190.
The couple sent some of their saffron for testing at a registered laboratory in Europe, to ISO 3632-V2 standard, and were "absolutely blown away" by the results. They were likely to be the southernmost growers. Traditionally, saffron had been used for everything from easing childbirth to an antidepressant and it had many medicinal benefits, she said.Īlthough saffron normally preferred a more arid, free-draining climate, Fiordland had proved to suit it very well. With the increased popularity of natural medicines, the couple wanted to grow something they could use for their own health and wellbeing.
Its other uses were only now becoming more widely known, Mrs Daley said. Many people recognised saffron - the world's most expensive spice - mainly for use in cooking, due to the popularity of programmes such as MasterChef.
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