Unlocking Nutritional Potential: Multi-OMICS Strategies for Enhancing Millet Nutritional Traits
Pusarla Susmitha
Department of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences (AHS), School of Agriculture and Food Technology (SAFT), Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research, Guntur- 522 213, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Manish Kapoor *
Punjabi University, Patiala, 147002, India.
Sanjay M
Department of Seed Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka, India.
Sundharan M
Department of Agricultural Engineering, Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology, India.
D. Keerthana
Department of Seed Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, India.
Shaik Khaja Naimuddin
Territory production lead, Plant breeding and genetics, Pondicherry University, India.
Swapnil Srivastava
Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, India.
Dhanalakshmi T
Genetics and Plant Breeding, University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK, Bangalore 560065, India.
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Abstract
Millet grains have long been recognized for their nutritional significance, serving as staple foods for millions around the world. However, unlocking their full nutritional potential remains a crucial challenge. In this study, we explore the application of multi-OMICS (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and phenomics) strategies to enhance the nutritional traits of millet grains. By integrating comprehensive molecular datasets, we aim to elucidate the genetic and biochemical pathways governing key nutritional attributes such as protein content, amino acid composition, micronutrient density, and antioxidant capacity in millets. Through targeted breeding and biotechnological interventions informed by multi-OMICS analyses, we seek to develop improved millet varieties with enhanced nutritional profiles and agronomic performance. This interdisciplinary approach holds great promise for addressing malnutrition and promoting food security, particularly in regions where millets are dietary staples. By harnessing the power of multi-OMICS technologies, we aim to unleash the full nutritional potential of millets, contributing to the development of sustainable and resilient food systems for future generations.
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