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Nutritional security through crop biofortification in India: Status & future prospects
Devendra Kumar Yadava1, Firoz Hossain1, Trilochan Mohapatra1
1Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi, India.
The Indian Journal of Medical Research
|January 23, 2019
Summary
Biofortification enhances crop nutrient content, offering a sustainable solution to global malnutrition. This approach improves public health and livelihoods, particularly in developing nations, by delivering essential nutrients naturally through staple foods.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Human Nutrition
- Public Health
Background:
- Malnutrition is a critical global health issue, exacerbated by diets lacking essential nutrients.
- This deficiency is prevalent in developing countries, leading to poor health and economic losses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current status of biofortified crop development for nutritional and antinutritional factors.
- To present ongoing research programs by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
- To discuss challenges and future prospects of crop biofortification in India.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on crop biofortification strategies.
- Analysis of ongoing ICAR initiatives for improving nutritional traits in crops.
- Discussion of challenges and future directions for biofortification programs.
Main Results:
- Biofortification is identified as a sustainable and cost-effective approach to combat malnutrition.
- Development of biofortified crop varieties is progressing, with ongoing ICAR programs.
- These varieties offer significant potential for nutritional security and improved livelihoods.
Conclusions:
- Biofortification of crops is a vital strategy for enhancing nutritional security and public health.
- Continued research and implementation of biofortification programs are crucial for addressing global malnutrition.
- Newly developed biofortified varieties contribute to both food security and economic well-being.
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