Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Victor Taleon, Md Zakiul Hasan, Roelinda Jongstra, Rita Wegmuller, Md Khairul Bashar
Summary: Commercial parboiling methods resulted in lower zinc and iron TR in milled rice, while household parboiling methods resulted in higher TR. Parboiled rice from biofortified and non-biofortified rice soaked at different temperatures had lower zinc TR. Iron TR was similar between non-parboiled and parboiled rice, regardless of biofortification.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Muhammad Rizwan, Yueji Zhu, Ping Qing, Debin Zhang, Umar I. Ahmed, Hui Xu, Muhammad A. Iqbal, Abdul Saboor, Arshad M. Malik, Adnan Nazir, Xuelian Wu, Puming He, Azam Tariq
Summary: The study found that people value the appearance of chapati made with Zn-biofortified wheat and are willing to purchase it. Higher education levels in the family and having young children positively impact the acceptance of Zn-biofortified wheat among participants. There is significant potential to promote Zn-biofortified wheat in the country by ensuring availability and targeting business communities for food management reforms.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Syed Imran Ali Meerza, Khondoker Mottaleb, Alwin Dsouza, Md. Shajedur Rahaman, Md. Abdur Rouf Sarkar
Summary: Malnutrition, particularly zinc deficiency, is a major issue in developing countries among women of reproductive age and children. This study used a laboratory valuation experiment to analyze the impact of positive information about biofortified rice on consumers' valuations of both biofortified and non-biofortified rice. The results show that consumers place a significant premium on zinc-biofortified rice when exposed to information about its health benefits. However, this positive information also negatively affects the valuation of non-biofortified rice varieties, indicating negative spillover effects. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of information provision and labeling in increasing consumer demand for zinc-biofortified rice.
AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Somanath Nayak, Yashbir Singh Shivay, Radha Prasanna, Sunil Mandi, Dinesh Kumar, Samrath Lal Meena, Tapan Jyoti Purakayastha, Manoj Shrivastava, Kirttiranjan Baral, Kadapa Sreenivasa Reddy
Summary: The effect of different zinc fertilization strategies on crop yield, zinc content, and zinc translocation indices was assessed. It was found that soil + foliar zinc fertilization significantly increased rice yield, zinc concentration, and total zinc uptake.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Biology
M. Mohibbe Azam, Sarla Padmavathi, R. Abdul Fiyaz, Amtul Waris, K. T. Ramya, Chirravuri N. Neeraja
Summary: Malnutrition is a major public health concern and a growing challenge to food and nutrition security, especially in developing countries. Rice is the staple food for half of the world's population, but the retention of micronutrients in fortified rice during different cooking methods is not well studied. Results from this study show that cooking rice in a rice cooker without prior washing retained the highest concentration of iron and zinc in both fortified and non-fortified rice varieties, and fortified rice had higher retained micronutrient amounts compared to non-fortified rice. Adopting appropriate cooking methods can help retain more micronutrients in cooked food, which can help combat malnutrition and improve health.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Roelinda Jongstra, Md Mokbul Hossain, Valeria Galetti, Andrew G. Hall, Roberta R. Holt, Colin Cercamondi, Sabina F. Rashid, Michael B. Zimmermann, Malay K. Mridha, Rita Wegmueller
Summary: Consumption of zinc-biofortified rice for 9 months did not significantly affect plasma zinc concentration, prevalence of zinc deficiency, or fatty acid desaturase activity in preschool-aged children in rural Bangladesh.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Archana Joshi-Saha, Sunil K. Sethy, G. Misra, G. P. Dixit, A. K. Srivastava, Ashutosh Sarker
Summary: Legumes are staple food in many regions, and over 2 billion people globally lack important mineral micronutrients. Genetic biofortification to improve the nutritional quality of legumes is a sustainable solution.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Meng Xu, Mengjiao Liu, Fan Liu, Nan Zheng, Sheng Tang, Jingjie Zhou, Qingxu Ma, Lianghuan Wu
Summary: Studies have shown that using agricultural spraying UAVs to apply Zn fertilizers can improve Zn biofortification levels, but the spraying rate and type of fertilizer chosen can affect crop yield and leaf damage. In a 3-year field experiment, it was found that Zn-Gly was most effective at high spraying rates, and UAV spraying can reduce the risk of fertilizer residue in rice paddies.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Reyna Liria-Dominguez, Mary Penny, Paul Antony Kroon, Gabriela Burgos, Jack Dainty, Christophe Zeder, Michael B. Zimmermann, Janet King, Richard Mithen, Erick Boy, Olla Al-Jaiballi, Susan Fairweather-Tait
Summary: The study found that zinc-biofortified potatoes provide more absorbable zinc compared to regular potatoes. These biofortified potatoes could help reduce zinc deficiency in populations where potatoes are a staple food.
JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Becky L. Tsang, Erin Holsted, Christine M. McDonald, Kenneth H. Brown, Robert Black, Mduduzi N. N. Mbuya, Frederick Grant, Laura A. Rowe, Mari S. Manger
Summary: Studies indicate that zinc fortification can increase plasma zinc concentrations, reduce the prevalence of zinc deficiency, increase child weight, improve short-term memory, and decrease the incidence of diarrhea and fever.
ADVANCES IN NUTRITION
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Samantha L. L. Huey, Neel H. H. Mehta, Elsa M. M. Konieczynski, Arini Bhargava, Valerie M. M. Friesen, Jesse T. T. Krisher, Mduduzi N. N. Mbuya, Eva Monterrosa, Annette M. M. Nyangaresi, Erick Boy, Saurabh Mehta
Summary: This study examined the bioavailability of target micronutrients enriched in conventionally biofortified crops post-harvest storage and/or processing. Conventional biofortified crops generally had higher bioaccessibility and bioavailability compared to conventional counterparts, though the estimates varied depending on cultivar, processing method, context, and experimental method used.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Ana Coelho Marques, Fernando C. Lidon, Ana Rita F. Coelho, Claudia Campos Pessoa, Diana Daccak, Ines Carmo Luis, Manuela Simoes, Paula Scotti-Campos, Ana Sofia Almeida, Mauro Guerra, Roberta G. Leitao, Ana Bagulho, Jose Moreira, Maria F. Pessoa, Paulo Legoinha, Jose C. Ramalho, Jose N. Semedo, Lourenco Palha, Catia Silva, Maria Manuela Silva, Karliana Oliveira, Isabel P. Pais, Fernando H. Reboredo
Summary: This study demonstrated that foliar application of selenium increased the selenium content in rice grains, and affected the levels of micro and macronutrients in the grains. The Ariete and Ceres varieties showed the highest enrichment of selenium.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Usman Mahboob, Marena Ceballos-Rasgado, Victoria Hall Moran, Edward J. M. Joy, Heather Ohly, Mukhtiar Zaman, Nicola M. Lowe
Summary: Zinc-biofortified flour is considered a cost-effective approach to improve the zinc status of populations in low-resource settings. The study found that the flour performed well in terms of taste and baking qualities and was well-received by community members, who expressed a desire for its continuation and expansion.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Conrado Duenas, Inez Slamet-Loedin, Anca Macovei
Summary: Hidden hunger, or micronutrient deficiency, is a global issue that can be alleviated through various approaches, with biofortification being considered cost-effective and sustainable. Rice is a prime target for biofortification, and transcriptomics studies can provide insights into the molecular mechanisms controlling this process and seed germination.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Sreyajit Saha, Shipra Jha, Amit Tiwari, Sudeepan Jayapalan, Anupam Roy
Summary: Micronutrient fortification of rice through extrusion is effective in enhancing micronutrient levels in consumers, with success linked to micronutrient retention, bioavailability, and stability. Composition is key to product success, but processing parameters also play a role in attributes. Emphasizing on compositional and process parameters is crucial for quality attributes such as nutrient stability and sensory properties.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
P. A. J. van Oort, F. Gou, T. J. Stomph, W. van der Werf
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF AGRONOMY
(2020)
Article
Agronomy
Tan Meixiu, Gou Fang, Tjeerd Jan Stomph, Wang Jing, Yin Wen, Zhang Lizhen, Chai Qiang, Wopke van der Werf
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Agronomy
Qi Wang, Wei Bai, Zhanxiang Sun, Dongsheng Zhang, Yue Zhang, Ruonan Wang, Jochem B. Evers, Tjeerd-Jan Stomph, Wopke van Der Werf, Chen Feng, Lizhen Zhang
Summary: The dominant species in intercropping may be cultivated at a higher density to achieve greater yield, but increasing their density does not always lead to improved yield in intercropping. Land equivalent ratios were higher in the dry year compared to the wet year, suggesting that intercropping performs better under conditions with limited resources.
FOOD AND ENERGY SECURITY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Thomas Awio, Kalimuthu Senthilkumar, Christian O. Dimkpa, George William Otim-Nape, Bas Kempen, Paul C. Struik, Tjeerd Jan Stomph
Summary: The study highlights the importance of proper water management and NPK fertilization in improving lowland rice productivity. Secondary and micro-nutrients were effective when applied with NPK on fluvisols in Tanzania but showed no significant impact on plintosols in Uganda. Good agronomic practices, timely transplanting, and weeding are crucial for achieving higher yields.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
P. Christiaan Biemond, Tjeerd Jan Stomph, P. Lava Kumar, Paul C. Struik
Summary: Mycotoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced by fungi on agricultural produce, posing persistent threats to human and animal health. Air-borne spores are the main mode of spread, and consumption of mycotoxin-contaminated maize can lead to health hazards such as cancer.
Article
Agronomy
Thomas Awio, Kalimuthu Senthilkumar, Christian O. Dimkpa, George William Otim-Nape, Paul C. Struik, Tjeerd Jan Stomph
Summary: Increasing productivity per unit area is crucial for meeting cereal demand in sub-Saharan Africa. This study evaluated the contribution of recommended agronomic practices (RAP) and fertilization on closing the yield gap. Results showed that RAP and farmer-selected best practices significantly increased grain yield, while NPK fertilization further enhanced the yield. Different agronomic practices have varying effects on reducing the yield gap and need to be considered in terms of cost and fertilizer prices.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qingyue Zhao, Wenqing Cao, Xinping Chen, Tjeerd Jan Stomph, Chunqin Zou
Summary: Human zinc and iron deficiencies can be alleviated by increasing the concentrations of these micronutrients in cereal grains, and nitrogen fertilization can play a significant role in enhancing their concentrations. Different crops respond differently to nitrogen supply, and factors such as soil texture, nitrogen and phosphorous levels, organic matter and zinc contents can affect the concentrations of zinc and iron in grains. Nitrogen fertilization can also reduce phytic acid concentration and improve the bioavailability of micronutrients.
GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY-AGRICULTURE POLICY ECONOMICS AND ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Deborah Nabuuma, Christine Reimers, Ky The Hoang, TjeerdJan Stomph, Kees Swaans, Jessica E. Raneri
Summary: The role of seed systems in nutrition of smallholder farmers has received little attention. This review identified three main themes: direct seed supply, improving seed access, and adoption of improved seed. The results showed that seed systems had mostly positive impacts on food security, household resilience, dietary quality, and diversity/nutrition status. However, there was a lack of focus on sustainable inclusion of seed systems into farmer seed systems.
GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY-AGRICULTURE POLICY ECONOMICS AND ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Zishen Wang, Bei Dong, Tjeerd Jan Stomph, Jochem B. Evers, Peter E. L. van der Putten, Honghui Ma, Riccardo Missale, Wopke van der Werf
Summary: The combinability of species in intercrops under conventional management in Western Europe needs further research. Intercropping maize with other crop species can improve land use efficiency and total grain yield.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chunjie Li, Tjeerd-Jan Stomph, David Makowski, Haigang Li, Chaochun Zhang, Fusuo Zhang, Wopke van der Werf
Summary: Crop diversification through intercropping is a promising practice to reduce the environmental impact of agriculture while maintaining or even increasing its productivity. Intercropping can generate higher yields and a diverse set of crop products compared to sole cropping, showcasing its potential in sustainable agricultural production.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Lu Liu, Alida Melse-Boonstra, Wopke van der Werf, Fusuo Zhang, Wen-Feng Cong, Tjeerd jan Stomph
Summary: This research investigated the zinc intake gap in Chinese adults and explored the potential role of biofortification technologies in filling the gap. The study found that both dietary zinc intake and zinc gap were higher for males than females. Breeding and foliar zinc fertilization were identified as the most effective management strategies.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Hao Liu, Paul C. Struik, Yingjun Zhang, Jingying Jing, Tjeerd-Jan Stomph
Summary: Intercropping cereal and legume species does not improve or reduce the quality of produced feed, but it allows for more effective utilization of the land with higher production per unit area.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Thomas Awio, Paul C. C. Struik, Tjeerd Jan Stomph
Summary: The low productivity of rice in Uganda is due to sub-optimal production practices. Applying improved management practices, particularly in fertilizer and weed control, can enhance productivity.
FRONTIERS IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2022)
Review
Agronomy
Wopke Van der Werf, Lizhen Zhang, Chunjie Li, Ping Chen, Chen Feng, Zhan Xu, Chaochun Zhang, Chunfeng Gu, Lammert Bastiaans, David Makowski, TjeerdJan Stomph
Summary: Intercropping, the planned cultivation of species mixtures on agricultural land, offers various benefits for sustainable agriculture. Research is needed to identify optimal species combinations and management practices, and meta-analysis is necessary to synthesize relevant information.
FRONTIERS OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Qi Wang, Zhanxiang Sun, Wei Bai, Dongsheng Zhang, Yue Zhang, Ruonan Wang, Wopke Van der Werf, Jochem B. Evers, Tjeerd-Jan Stomph, Jianping Guo, Lizhen Zhan
Summary: Intercropping can increase crop yields by optimizing light interception and use efficiency. The effects of plant density on light use need further investigation. Increasing maize density can enhance light interception in monocropped maize, while the light use efficiency of peanut is improved in intercropping, especially in wetter years.
FRONTIERS OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)