Agricultural research and extension systems are central to unlock the potential of agricultural innovation and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Public agricultural research and extension and advisory services are essential for increasing productivity and agricultural value chain development and for promoting sustainable agricultural growth and alleviating poverty.
The Research and Extension Unit supports FAO Members by providing policy advice and technical assistance, sharing knowledge and developing institutional and technical capacities so that they can transform their agricultural research systems and extension and advisory services, thereby unlocking the full potential of agricultural innovation.