Multinutrient Biofortification of Maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L) in Africa: Current Status, Opportunities and Limitations

Multinutrient Biofortification of Maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L) in Africa: Current Status, Opportunities and Limitations

Macro and micronutrient deficiencies pose serious health challenges globally, with the largest impact in developing regions such as subSaharan Africa (SSA), Latin America and South Asia. Maize is a good source of calories but contains low concentrations of essential nutrients. Major limiting nutrien...

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Main Authors: Nakai Goredema-Matongera, Thokozile Ndhlela, Cosmos Magorokosho, Casper N. Kamutando, Angeline van Biljon, Maryke Labuschagne
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
biofortification
multinutrient maize
provitamin A
quality protein maize
zinc
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/3/1039

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