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Give few examples of biofortified crops. What benefits do they offer to the society ?

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(1). Wheat variety, Atlas 66, having a high protein content.
(2). Rice variety, Golden Rice`-beta` carotene containing variety.
(3). Carrot, Spinach, Pumpkin - Vitamin A enriched.
(4). Bittergourd -Vitamic C enriched, Iron and Calcium enriched
(5). Spinach, Bathua - Vitamic C enriched, Iron and Calcium enriched
(6) Broad, lablab, French and garden peas-Protein enriched beans.
Benefits: (1) It aims at breeding crops with higher levels of vitamins and minerals.
(2) Higher protein and healthier fats to improve public health.
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