Zinc (Zn) is an important micronutrient in the human body, and health complications
associated with insufficient dietary intake of Zn can be overcome by increasing the …

Genetically and economically, Maize plays a pivotal role in tackling Iron–Zinc mineral
deficiency through the crop's biofortification approach to high-yielding cultivars. The …

High kernel-zinc maize varieties are available to consumers in several countries in Latin
America to contribute to increase the zinc intake of their populations. Minerals, phytic acid …

Genetic improvement of maize with elevated levels of zinc (Zn) can reduce Zn deficiency
among populations who rely on maize as a staple. Inbred lines of quality protein maize …

Zinc bioavailability with the presence of other elements in wheat grains might be affected by
fertilizers. A long-term field experiment was conducted to examine effects of N fertilizer on Zn …

Abstract Ag, As, Cu, Pb and Zn were found to be the principal metallic contaminants of a post-
mining area of Peru (Hualgayoc, Cajamarca). Study of metal distribution amongst roots …

Zinc deficiency poses a significant health challenge worldwide, particularly in regions where
access to and the affordability of dietary diversity are limited. This research article presents a …

Abstract Background and Objectives This field and glasshouse study evaluates the relative
effectiveness of agronomic zinc biofortification strategies to increase the Zn concentration in …

The negative impacts of zinc (Zn) and iron (Fe) deficiency due to over-reliance on
monotonous cereal-based diets are well-documented. Increasing micronutrient densities in …

An adequate concentration of zinc in seeds can help in the initial development of plants.
ZnO-coating can provide this nutrient to plants from the early stages of growth. However …