Scientists create tomatoes genetically edited to bolster vitamin D levels

The tomatoes contain as much provitamin D3 as two eggs, with UK outdoor field trials starting next month

Scientists have created genetically edited tomatoes, each containing as much provitamin D3 - the precursor to vitamin D - as two eggs or a tablespoon of tuna.

Outdoor field trials of the tomatoes are expected to begin in the UK next month, and if successful, could provide an important new dietary source of vitamin D.