Nutrient-enriched crop varieties are specifically developed to address global nutritional deficiencies, especially in areas where access to diverse foods is limited. These crops are genetically modified or selectively bred to increase the concentration of essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and proteins, which are often lacking in conventional crop varieties. The goal is to reduce malnutrition, particularly in developing regions where dietary diversity is low. By enhancing the nutritional profile of staple crops like rice, wheat, and maize, farmers can ensure a healthier population without the need for external supplements. These crops not only contribute to better health but also offer a sustainable solution to food security by improving the nutritional content of widely consumed foods.
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Socioeconomic constraints in implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in crops and solutions for sustainability
Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
Title : Suitaiology: A strategic science for reframing agricultural risks under climate extremes — from water-use efficiency to water-situation wisdom
Dachang Zhang, Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Title : The use of CHP condensate water in greenhouse cultivation
Lisa Huybrechts, Proefstation voor de Groenteteelt vzw, Belgium
Title : Characterization of isolated strains of microorganisms from mineral, mountain, and spring waters from France, Italy, England, South Korea, Japan, the Netherlands, Austria, Spain, Singapore, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Turkey, Dubai, and Bulgaria.
Nedyalka Valcheva, Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Title : Markers of PM produced by biomass combustion and development of a sampling and analysis technique
Enrico Paris , CREA-IT , Italy