Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Research ServicesDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research is a Washington, DC-based organization in the research services sector that builds public-private partnerships to address large-scale food and agriculture challenges. It was established in the 2014 Farm Bill to broaden public agriculture research and supplement the USDA’s agenda by coordinating public and private resources to support research. Through these collaborations, FFAR aims to deliver science that can be translated into practical benefits for farmers, consumers, and the environment. FFAR operates by engaging a network of academic and industry partners to advance research through collaborative efforts. In recent activity, it has facilitated stakeholder-driven processes to convene experts and inform roadmap development around important topics in the field. The organization emphasizes research outcomes that are actionable and broadly beneficial, aligning its work with the needs of farmers, consumers, and environmental stewardship.