Federal Office for Agriculture and Food

International Research Cooperation

To study the multiple challenges to global food security and to develop efficient solutions is the goal of International Research Cooperation. The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) supports research cooperation and exchange with different partner countries.

This involves the research institutes of the BMEL, universities and research organizations in Germany and partner countries.

The Federal Office for Agriculture and Nutrition (BLE) is in charge of executing and administrating the projects. The focus of research support is currently in the following areas:

Research Cooperation for Global Food Security
Through support to joint research the German Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) contributes to global food security.

Bilateral Research Projects
Joint research funding within the frame of intergovernmental partnerships.