Cirad
Who We Are
CIRAD, the French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development, operates as a public establishment under the joint supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation and the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, focusing on the sustainable development of tropical and Mediterranean regions. The organization enhances agricultural practices, environmental stewardship, and territorial management through its expertise in life sciences, social sciences, and engineering sciences, and diligently addresses critical issues such as food security, climate change, natural resource management, and the reduction of inequalities and poverty. CIRAD's comprehensive approach establishes it as a credible and reliable leader in addressing these global challenges, providing effective solutions to ensure sustainable development.