In Association with DuPont: Cultivating Hope

The video discusses a personal story of determination to improve community through education. It introduces a biofortification project in partnership with DuPont Pioneer and Africa Harvest aimed at improving the nutritional value of sorghum, a staple food in Africa. The project addresses malnutrition by enhancing sorghum with essential nutrients. African scientists are trained to lead these efforts, benefiting local communities. The project aims to make a global impact by improving iron, zinc, and vitamin A levels in sorghum.

What was the speaker's mother's main goal for her child?

• To become a farmer

• To start a business

• To travel the world

• To return and help the community

What is the main focus of the biofortification project mentioned?

• Improving the taste of sorghum

• Increasing the yield of sorghum

• Reducing the cost of sorghum production

• Enhancing the nutritional value of sorghum

Which organization partnered with Africa Harvest for the biofortification project?

• African Union

• United Nations

• DuPont Pioneer

• World Health Organization

What nutritional deficiencies does the improved sorghum aim to address?

• Omega-3 and Omega-6

• Protein and Fiber

• Iron and Zinc

• Calcium and Vitamin D

What is the expected outcome of the biofortification project on a global scale?

• To have a global impact on nutrition

• To make Africa self-sufficient in food production

• To create a new market for sorghum

• To reduce the cost of food production worldwide