Explanation

Transgenic rice having gene for $\beta$-carotene. Golden rice a variety of Oryza sativa is produced through the genetic engineering of biosynthesis beta-carotene, a precursor of provitamin-A in the edible parts of rice. The research that led to golden rice was conducted with the goal of helping children who suffer from vitamin-A deficiency and blindness in poor countries. Golden rice has been breed to be especially disease-resistant, resulting in better crop yield