The current status of genetic biofortification in alleviating malnutrition in Africa
Africa is a continent where undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies are common and malnutrition is a major problem. Genetic biofortification (GB) offers a promising way to combat malnutrition. But little is still known about how widely used GB is in Africa today. This review explores the statu...
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| Main Authors: | Gideon Sadikiel Mmbando, Julius Missanga |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1687157X24001483 |
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