Mohammad Ibrahim Spesalai
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Nearly 23,000 tonnes sold abroad this year, bringing in some four million dollars.
Increased fighting and an ongoing economic downturn are leaving many at risk of serious health problems.
Years of conflict have taken toll on key export industry.
Poppy fields flourish despite claims by security forces that eradication efforts are proving effective.
New initiative aims to reduce mortality rates in remote parts of the province.
A distinctive tradition is disappearing as young people turn to Indian pop music.