date:Jul 24, 2013
ists are also working to breed plants of the same species, choosing seeds that appear to exhibit the best traits regarding micronutrient content.
This is not transgenics. We want a varied diet. Biofortification attacks the root of the problem and is aimed at the poorest sectors of the population. It is scientifically viable and economically viable as well, Nutti said.
And it's not genetic modification, either - and that's key.
The development project is being supported by HarvestPlus and Agro