Fortified Rice news

Food minister asks FAO for help with grain storage and nutrition

Food Minister Afroza Khanam told FAO's Bangladesh representative Xiaokun Shi that climate change makes it hard to store grain beyond six months, and sought help with modern storage, nutrition for women and children, and research on how well fortified rice works.

Banglanews243 November 20262 min read

Health

Bangladesh asks WFP for up to $450,000 to test whether fortified rice improves nutrition

Food minister Afroza Khanam sought support for research on the fortified rice handed out in about 300 upazilas, and technical help with rules to keep stored government rice in good condition.

Banglanews242 November 20262 min read

Environment

Zinc-Enriched Rice Can Help Meet Nutritional Needs

Bangladesh has bred zinc-enriched rice and wheat varieties to fight hidden hunger, but milling and relabelling mean consumers rarely find them in the market.

Amader Shomoy25 October 20212 min read