Source: Keith Edmisten, NCSU COOPERATIVE EXTENSION, 7/28/21


The Philippines have become the first country to approve Golden Rice. Golden Rice has been genetically engineered to produce beta-carotene, the precursor of vitamin A. Humans can convert beta-carotene into the critically important vitamin A. Vitamin A deficiency is a common problem in developing countries that can lead to blindness and eventually death. Children are particularly susceptible to vitamin A deficiency. The levels of beta-carotene in Golden Rice will supply up to 50% of recommended levels in a typical diet.

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