Golden Rice (GR) denotes a genetically modified rice (Oryza sativa) that produces β-carotene (provitamin A) in the grains endosperm.Accumulation of β-carotene confers a yellow color to the grain, which becomes visible after polishing.Research towards the generation of GR was initiated to help millions of malnourished people cope with vitamin A deficiency (VAD), which causes high morbidity and mortality especially among children.GR is expeeted toreach the urban poor and rural target populations through agriculture and local trade.