Agricultural Research Council

The Agricultural Research Council is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and fosters innovation to support and develop the agricultural sector. "Excellence in Agricultural Research and Development" The ARC's vision reflects its core business and celebrates its unique role, acknowledging its position as the principal agricultural research institution in South Africa. The vision highlights the need to harness ARC capabilities to ensure that it becomes an organization known for its excellence in its core area of business. Mission "The Agricultural Research Council is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and fosters innovation to support and develop the agricultural sector." They also offer Training and Advisory Services on the following: - Training Information - Advisory Information - Agricultural Engineering - Agro-Processing - Animal Health and Production - Apiculture - Biometry - Biosystematics - Collective Innovation (ARD) - Disease and Pest Management - Fruit Production - Grain Crops - Indigenous Teas - Industrial Crops - Livestock - Mushrooms - Soil and Water - Vegetable Production - Accredited Short Programmes - Accredited Qualifications