- In October 2021, Fedearroz introduced BioZn035, Colombia's first biofortified zinc rice, poised to meet significant demand in rural areas due to its health benefits, addressing nutritional deficiencies prevalent in the region
- In July 2021, The Philippines legalized commercial cultivation of golden rice, genetically modified to produce beta-carotene, aimed at combating vitamin A deficiency among its population
- In November 2020, HarvestPlus launched the CSDietary software on the Intake platform, pioneering the use of dietary data to shape evidence-based policies and programs targeting global nutrition challenges
- In August 2020, Bayer AG partnered with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to advance biofortified rice varieties, enhancing nutritional content to address food insecurity
- In September 2020, BASF SE collaborated with the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) to develop biofortified cassava varieties, enriching nutritional profiles to combat malnutrition in tropical regions
- In July 2020, Syngenta AG partnered with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) to innovate biofortified maize varieties, aiming to enhance nutritional value and food security globally
