Biotechnological approaches to cassava protein improvement

Cassava starchy storage roots are an excellent source of carbohydrates but lacking in protein. To enhance their nutritional quality, here we discuss several biotechnological strategies that might be used to increase protein levels as well as improved essential amino acid content in transgenic cassava. Application of such strategies in this major crop could, in the long term, help to fight against malnutrition in those regions which depend heavily on cassava consumption.