Implementing Marker-Assisted Selection for Biofortification of Staple Crops With Iron, Zinc, and Provitamin A: A Review
Micronutrient malnutrition remains a major global nutrition problem, particularly in populations whose diets depend heavily on staple crops. Iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), and vitamin A deficiencies can adversely affect growth, immunity, cognitive development, and overall health. Crop biofortification provides a sustainable b...