At the end of August, we hosted representatives of the Korean Agri-Food Technology Promotion Agency KOAT at our Institute. Research, offers designed for business and the Institute’s international projects were discussed at the new headquarters.

The aim of the delegation was to strengthen relations with local entrepreneurs, government authorities and scientific and research institutions that are working on the agri-food market development, taking into account the characteristics of the region and the challenges of the food chain. The visit of the Korean delegation to the region was coordinated by the Marshal’s Office of the Warmia and Mazury Voivodeship.

– Poland is already in seventh place in the ranking of countries with which South Korea cooperates. Increasing imports and exports from both countries are observed. Our country is listed among those with the greatest potential, the Marshal’s Office highlights.

During their visit to the Institute, guests from KOAT had the opportunity to learn about the areas of work of our scientists, including activities for high-quality food, one of the smart specialisations of our region. Cooperation with business is an integral part of the Institute’s activities, as the guests found out when they got to know the core facilities – laboratories that offer external entities and companies research resources, access to equipment, technology or specialised consultations – all according to their needs and at the highest level.

– We are delighted to have hosted the KOAT representatives at our new premises, where we had the opportunity to present the level, but also the scale, of our activities, including those in the international arena. We hope that this visit will result in future joint activities in areas related to food and its production – says Michał Żurek, General Affairs Director.

Photo W. Fabiszewski