Rice Fortification

Recently, the Central Government temporarily halted the distribution of fortified rice under major welfare schemes due to concerns over nutrient stability during long storage periods.

  • Rice fortification is the process of adding essential micronutrients like iron, folic acid, vitamin B-12, zinc, and vitamins A, B-1, B-2, B-3, and B-6, to rice to enhance its nutritional value.
  • It aims to improve overall public health, reduce healthcare costs associated with malnutrition-related diseases, and enhance productivity in the workforce.
  • Fortified rice is primarily made by blending regular rice with Fortified Rice Kernels (FRK) in a 1:100 ratio.
  • These kernels are produced by grinding broken rice into ....
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