Science, Technology, and Innovation

Evidence shows that sound and sustained investment in agricultural science and technology is key to increasing agricultural productivity, reducing poverty, and fostering economywide growth. Yet many developing countries do not include science and technology in their national development plans. To promote investment in agricultural research, IFPRI collects the latest data on national investments in these areas. IFPRI also works on developing scientific knowledge and technology products that will improve agriculture and agricultural policies. This includes the development of agricultural biotechnology with attention to biosafety issues as well as policies on genetic resources to promote agricultural diversity.

IFPRI’s research on this topic is closely aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG1, SDG2, and SDG9.