The Department of Science, Technology and Education of MARA is responsible for introducing new technologies, ensuring GMO bio-safety, protecting agricultural land, and preserving agricultural biodiversity. It also promotes the use of rural renewable energy sources, such as biogas, supports energy conservation initiatives, and manages projects focused on ecological circular agriculture. Additionally, the department oversees the management of alien species and provides extension services and training programs for farmers.
The department includes several specialized offices: the Office for High Tech, the Office for Production Technology, the Office for Technology Dissemination, the GMO Bio-Safety Office, the Office for Natural Resources and Environment, the Office for Energy and Ecology, and the Office for Education.
It serves as the counterpart to the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) Department 123: Research and Innovation.
More information (in Chinese): http://www.kjs.moa.gov.cn/.