Notified Biofortified Varieties in India (ICAR Catalog)
Addressing widespread hidden hunger and anemia, Indian agricultural scientists have developed over 140 biofortified varieties across field crops:
| Crop | Variety Name | Enriched Nutrient Level | Standard Commercial Variety Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | WB 02, HPBW 01, DBW 303 | Zinc: 42 - 45 ppm & Iron: 40 ppm | Zinc: 28 - 32 ppm |
| Rice | CR Dhan 310, DRR Dhan 45 | Protein: 10.3% & Zinc: 24 ppm | Protein: 7.0 - 7.5% |
| Pearl Millet (Bajra) | HHB 299, AHB 1200 | Iron: 73 - 83 ppm & Zinc: 41 ppm | Iron: 45 - 50 ppm |
| Maize | Pusa Vivek QPM9, Pusa HM4 | Lysine: 3.5% & Tryptophan: 0.8% | Lysine: 1.5 - 2.0% |
| Lentil (Masoor) | Pusa Ageti Masoor (L4717) | Iron: 65 ppm & Zinc: 44 ppm | Iron: 45 ppm |
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