Until three years back, Sukhwinder Singh had not heard about biofortified seeds – seeds that have been bred to have higher levels of certain nutrients like iron and zinc. The farmer has been successfully growing wheat on his 5.5-acre landholding using these seeds.
His decision to switch to biofortified seeds was prompted by his concerns over the rampant use of chemical fertilisers, which not only harm the environment but also pose health risks to consumers. He chose to invest in biofortified seeds, which are rich in zinc.
