We bring together a worldwide network of experts, academic knowledge and practical expertise to deliver international policies, programmes and business advice to the agricultural and rural sectors.

How we can help you

Agriculture faces major challenges in adapting to climate change, enhancing food security and supporting rural development. We help international Governments, organisations and private sector business create cutting edge projects and programmes, uptake new technology and develop innovative yet sustainable business and policies.

The Royal Agricultural College Contract Research and Consultancy has a proven International track record spanning all aspects of farming, food, environment and the rural sector. We are well placed to provide professional expertise and skills to deliver sustainable development in the agricultural and rural sector.

Our Expertise

Our International Agricultural and Rural Development Research and Consultancy services include:

• Sustainable agricultural systems, strategy and policy development
• Climate change impacts and adaptation
• Natural resource management
• Food security programmes and policy development
• Ethical and sustainable food chain development
• Food safety and quality assurance schemes
• Agri-food marketing and business development
• Export development
• Agricultural education, training and knowledge transfer advice

We provide multidisciplinary teams of food, agricultural, environmental and rural development professionals supported by the College worldwide network of experts, research institutes and collaborative partners. Our work is based on a full understanding of agricultural production in the context of environmental sustainability, food chain relationships and the regulatory framework for agri-food businesses and communities.