Department of Science, Technology and Education
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....
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA)
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) – 农业农村部 oversees all matters related to agriculture, rural development, and farmers. It is responsible for drafting laws and regulations on agricultural and rural affairs and ensuring their enforcement. MARA operates through 24 specialized departments. Departments in charge of agriculture-related research include: Department of Science,...
Chinese Academy of Forestry (CAF)
The Chinese Academy of Forestry (CAF) – 中国林业科学院 is a national comprehensive and multidisciplinary forest research institution. Its research covers various fields, including forest ecology and environment, tree genetic improvement, silviculture, forest resources management, forest protection, wetlands restoration, desertification combating, grass seed industry and grassland protection, wood...
Academy of State Administration of Grain (ASAG)
Founded in 1957, the Academy of State Administration of Grain (ASAG) – 国家粮食局科学研究院 is the only non-profit research institution focused on post-harvest research and services, directly under the State Administration of Grain. ASAG’s primary mission is to conduct research and provide services in the grain science and technology field, including grain and oil purchase, storage, transportation,...
Chinese Academy of Agricultural Mechanization (CAAM)
The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Mechanization (CAAM) – 中国农业机械话科学研究院, established in 1956, has developed a robust research infrastructure, including one national key laboratory, two national engineering laboratories, two national engineering technology centers, and three national quality supervision and inspection centers. It is a strategic alliance for technological innovation in the...
Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences (CAMS)
The Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences (CAMS) – 中国气象科学研究院, founded in 1956, is a research unit under the China Meteorological Administration. CAMS focuses on both basic and applied meteorological research and technology development. Its research areas include meteorological disaster prevention and mitigation, as well as climate change response. The institute has 323 employees. Recent...
Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography (XIEG)
The Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography (XIEG) of CAS – 新疆生态与地理研究所 focuses on arid zone ecology and environment. Its research areas include natural resource development, ecological restoration, environmental management, biodiversity conservation, and regional sustainable development of arid zones. The institute features the following: State Key Laboratory of Desert and Oasis Ecology...
Northwest Institute of Eco-environment and Resources (NIEER)
The Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources (NIEER) of CAS – 西北生态环境资源研究所 was established in 2016 through the merger of five former CAS institutes: the Cold and Arid Regions Environmental and Engineering Research Institute, the Lanzhou Center for Oil and Gas Resources, the Lanzhou Branch of the National Science Library, the Northwest Institute of Plateau Biology, and the Qinghai...
Kunming Institute of Botany (KIB)
The Kunming Institute of Botany (KIB) of CAS – 昆明植物研究所 focuses on research in botany and phytochemistry, with a commitment to exploring the world of plants, generating knowledge about them, and developing their sustainable use to benefit people. The institute covers an area of 68 ha and has several key research divisions, including the State Key Laboratory of Photochemistry and Plant Resources...
Kunming Institute of Zoology (KIZ)
The Kunming Institute of Zoology (KIZ) – 昆明动物研究所, directly affiliated with CAS, is located in the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot. KIZ focuses on research in biodiversity, evolution, conservation, and the sustainable utilization of resources in southwestern China, the Eastern Himalayas, and Southeast Asia. KIZ’s top research priorities include: Evolutionary genetics and reproduction...