INRA

INRAE emerged as a formidable force in research and innovation following the strategic merger of INRA and IRSTEA on January 1, 2020. This French National Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment represents a substantial research community comprising 12,000 professionals distributed across more than 200 research units and approximately 40 experimental facilities throughout France. With operations spanning 18 regional centers nationwide, INRAE has established itself as a comprehensive research organization with extensive geographical coverage and diverse scientific capabilities.

The institute has earned international recognition for its scientific excellence, particularly in agricultural and food sciences where it ranks among global leaders. INRAE has also achieved significant prominence in plant and animal sciences while securing the 11th position worldwide in ecology and environmental research. This multidisciplinary expertise enables the organization to address complex challenges through integrated approaches that combine insights from various scientific domains, creating unique research perspectives that bridge traditional disciplinary boundaries.

At its core, INRAE focuses on developing innovative solutions for pressing global challenges including population growth, climate change, resource scarcity, and biodiversity decline. The institute champions multiperformance agriculture - systems that simultaneously deliver economic viability, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility. Their research portfolio encompasses sustainable ecosystem management, resource conservation strategies, and advanced food production technologies that maintain nutritional quality while reducing environmental impacts.

INRAE's research model emphasizes collaborative partnerships with academic institutions, industry stakeholders, policy makers, and agricultural practitioners. This collaborative approach facilitates the translation of scientific discoveries into practical applications and policy recommendations. The institute maintains a strong commitment to open science principles, making research findings accessible to diverse audiences while engaging with societal stakeholders to ensure research priorities align with public needs and concerns. Through this comprehensive strategy, INRAE works to catalyze the transitions necessary for sustainable food systems and environmental stewardship in France and beyond.