Afghani Opium

Afghani opium is a substance derived from the poppy plant grown in Afghanistan, which is a major global producer. The raw opium can be processed into heroin and other narcotics, fueling illegal drug markets worldwide. The cultivation of opium poppies is often driven by economic necessity for farmers amid ongoing conflicts and lack of alternative livelihoods. While the opium itself has historically been used medicinally, its illicit production contributes to addiction, corruption, and violence, posing significant social and health challenges both within Afghanistan and globally.