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Tibetan saffron makes its maiden export overseas

Source:xzxw.com 2025-05-30

Recently, 2 kilograms of Tibetan saffron valued at 256,400 yuan (RMB) were exported to Canada, marking the first-ever overseas shipment of Tibetan saffron. As a precious medicinal and edible plant, Tibetan saffron is hailed as the "red gold." Thanks to the unique environment of the plateau, its excellent quality has been widely recognized in the international market. 

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