Biofortification is a cost-effective, innovative approach to growing staple crops that are rich in vitamins and minerals. The process builds on traditional crop breeding techniques to improve micronutrients while maintaining or exceeding existing yields and climate-smart traits. This intervention is at the crossroads of agriculture and nutrition, with varieties released in 25 countries and studies underway in 43. Today, 10 million people in rural households are growing and eating biofortified foods and peer-reviewed, clinical trial results show improved nutritional statuses. USAID is supporting scaling efforts for this fast-growing global movement to reach millions more.
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