About us – Asia-Pacific Association of Agricultural Research Institutions (APAARI)

APAARI History

The Asia-Pacific Association of Agricultural Research Institutions (APAARI) was founded in 1990 by the initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Governments of China, Fiji, India, Iran, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Western Samoa.

What We Do

APAARI is a membership-based, apolitical, multi-stakeholder, and intergovernmental regional organization that aims to catalyze collective action to improve agri-food systems in the Asia-Pacific region. It brings together regional, national and global stakeholders to bridge gaps and strengthen agri-food research and innovation systems towards more sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Our Network

National Agricultural Research Institutes (NARIs)
National Agriculture Research and Extension Systems (NARES)
International Agricultural Research Centers
Higher Education Institutions
Civil Society (Farmers’ Organizations and Non-governmental Organizations)
International Development Organizations
Private Sector
Dr. Ravi Khetarpal, Executive Director, APAARI.

Message from the Executive Director

Since its establishment in 1990, by 14 member countries of Asia Pacific at the initiative of the FAO of the United Nations, APAARI has evolved over the years in facilitating and promoting networking and partnerships in various domains of agricultural research and innovation in a multi-stakeholder ambience. Having more than 80 members today and operating under its Strategic Plan 2017-2022 as of now, APAARI is bringing the latest in agricultural research, technology and innovations to its members through scientific consultations, knowledge products and capacity building (blending technical and functional capacities) apart from undertaking matters of policy and advocacy.
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To achieve this it also develops, secures and facilitates implementation of multi-country projects in South and SouthEast Asia and the Pacific sponsored by global donors. The recent success of APAARI in linking global agencies, institutions and expertise with National Agricultural Research and Extension System and other members in the region has necessitated revisiting the organizational structure and strategy with well-defined management standards to help members face the growing challenges in agri-food systems and in contributing towards SDG targets.

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APAARI Vision 2030

Our Vision for 2030 aligns with the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and informs our strategic direction for the future development of agri-food research and innovation systems in the region.
Vision:

“Strengthened research and innovations for sustainable agricultural development in Asia and the Pacific”.

Mission:

“Promoting, coordinating and strengthening agriculture and agri-food research and innovation systems through partnerships and collaboration, capacity development and advocacy for sustainable agricultural development in Asia and the Pacific.”

Overarching Goal

The Asia-Pacific region benefits from and values APAARI’s leadership and contribution to developing agriculture and agri-food research and innovation systems.

Our Values

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Visionary Approach

Foreseeing the future and working in the frontier areas through collaboration and partnership, advancing ideas and innovations, and encouraging creativity and initiatives.

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Devoted to Merit and Excellence

Functioning as a capable and motivated organization providing an enabling environment for attaining excellence by investing available resources optimally to leverage the full potential of research and innovation for development.

Our Values_ Growth mindset
Co-learning and Co-innovation

Continually enhancing knowledge and skills to identify opportunities and capitalize on them for the growth and development of community, system, the nation and the weaker and smaller NARIs and NARES.

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Inclusivity with Equity

Embracing diversity and valuing contributions from all potential players and fully harnessing opportunities in partnerships and collaboration both nationally and internationally, with greater equity in participation and sharing of benefits.

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Accountability and Integrity

Operating with the highest performance standards and integrity, openness and transparency and maintaining high quality in its administration, management and oversight.