To
carry out research on rice and other major crops in the Mekong
Delta. The main research themes are:
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Genetics and plant breeding, biotechnology, plant protection,
entomology, soil science, soil fertility management,
microbiology, water management, post harvest technology, farm
machinery, farming system models, and agricultural economics.
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To
undertake need-based research, that lead to crop improvement and
sustainable agricultural productivity in harmony with the nature
and environment.
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We
transfer scientific and technical advances to local
organizations and individuals, and collaborate with
international
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Beyond our research capacities we are mandated to produce and
supply high quality rice seed that meets government policies and
producer needs.
To set
up and implement research programs in collaboration with local and
international organizations in accordance with State and Ministry
stipulations.
Education and Training
In 2005,
the Institute has deployed the PhD program in Genetics and Plant
Breeding.
The
Institute is engaged in a broad range of education and training
activities. It conducts in-house training, as well as for government
employees in the agricultural sector, for farmers and farmer groups,
for industry, and for trade and graduated secondary school students.
It hosts workshops and conferences in all its research fields. It
undertakes extension activities for farmers and government employees
throughout the Mekong Delta region. Many of its scientists are
involved in lecturing and course design at numerous universities in
southern Vietnam, and supervise postgraduate students.
Since
1997 the Institute has taken responsibility for the Southern
Technical School for Engineering and Agriculture. The School teaches
the latest trade and farm skills needed to manage a farm profitably.
A College of Agriculture is now being planned to train technicians
and researchers.
