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Why is biofortification of crops considered a necessary step towards improving public health?

Biofortification of crops is considered a necessary step towards improving public health as in this process the nutritional value of a vegetable or a fruit is enhanced. It helps in increasing the content of vitamins, minerals, good fats, proteins, micronutrients, etc which help in improving the public health and also treat some of the deficiency disorders.


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