Saffron threads from Afghanistan

Kyrali was established in 2010 and operates as a trader, supplier, and exporter of coffee beans, coffee powder, spices, Indian sweets products. The company ensures that sufficient quality tests are done by approved laboratories and by qualified professionals with modern technology to ensure the quality control of the products. They have carved a niche by making quality products available globally which follow international standards and regulations at a low cost. The packaging of products is done under strict vigilance to ensure hygiene and quality and each pack is checked twice before it is dispatched. They aim to provide quick and instant service to our customers by ensuring timely delivery. The company wishes to expand its exports worldwide.

Saffron threads are packed in 25/50 kg bags and stored in warehouses at controlled temperatures. The packaging of products is done under strict vigilance to ensure hygiene and quality and each pack is checked twice before it is dispatched. Products are delivered within 25 - 30 days from the date of receipt of confirmed order depending on harvesting, packing etc. Land, Air and Sea freight are the preferred delivery methods through the port in Cochin (Koshi).

Kyrali follows ISO 9001-2008 procedures and standards. The warehouses of the company’s Strategic Partners have fully equipped Quality Control divisions that are periodically inspected by the Spices Board (Regulatory under Ministry of Commerce & Industries, Government of India).TEST certificates by Government authorised Laboratories will be given during the dispatch before loading which is part of the Customs Clearance procedures.

The average annual average yield of saffron threads is 500 kg. The cultivation areas are located in Afghanistan. The company follows a Sustainable Farming cultivation model using conventional methods of production. The flowering stage of saffron starts in October and continues for about 3 weeks. Saffron flowers should be picked early morning as soon as they open. The optimal harvest time is therefore early in the morning before there is full sun. The flowers should be cut from the plant by the fingernails near to the ground. It should be put in a clean basket to avoid contamination of stigma. A good flower collector can collect as much as 3,000 flowers per hour. During the post-harvest processing, the stigmas are separated from the flowers. The stigmas are then dried properly to achieve the right moisture content level.

Saffron is a spice from the Crocus sativus flower, which is a cousin of the lily. It is used as a spice to flavour foods and as a dye to colour foods and other products. Saffron has a strong, exotic aroma and a bitter taste.
Kyrali offers Saffron of Afghanistan origin. The red colour threads can be stored at the optimum quality for about 2 to 3 years. It is conventionally produced and can be either consumed or further processed. Saffron is often used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics factories. It is fondly used in Mediterranean and Asian dishes, particularly rice and fish. Saffron possesses a large number of health benefits, assisting individuals with diabetes and obesity. Samples are available on request and the shipping expense is given by the buyer.