Alternative crops to replace poppy cultivation

[Hashmat]

Saffron export from Afghanistan to European and Asian markets has increased by 67 percent as compared to last year. Increase in production and export of Saffron to other countries is good news for Afghanistan. It is both a good source of income for farmers and it paves the way for trade with neighboring countries. The Afghan government in coordination with other international organizations has been promoting Saffron as an alternative crop to poppy. Saffron is suited to the Afghan climate and has been widely adopted in Herat and Ghazni provinces. The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock plans to introduce and promote Saffron to other provinces in the very near future.
In your opinion, what other alternative are there to replace poppy?

Very respectfully,

Hashmat
Digital Engagement Team, U.S. Centcom