Dealing with the conservation and utilization of natural resources. We focus on improving the characteristics, resilience and health of plants. We run a department of genetics, plant science, agroecology, plant nutrition and field trials. We publish publications and organise exhibitions. We provide expert advice.

We are engaged in research, development and application of methods of landscape conservation, creation and care. We carry out integration and coordination of interests in environmental protection. We support research in the field of ornamental horticulture. We provide advice and expertise.

We are involved in the inspection of feed, soil and plant nutrition or animal production. We have laboratories to carry out chemical analyses. We focus on organic farming controls and issue exemptions for the use of conventional seeds and seedlings. We organise seminars and issue professional publications.

The Research Institute is responsible for the advancement of knowledge and the transfer of knowledge in the sciences of soil conservation, complex land reclamation, pedology, landscape formation and use, and informatics related to these disciplines. It carries out soil and water analyses, operates the SOWAC-GIS geoportal, produces maps and provides data.

Research and development in agricultural machinery, technology, energy and construction. Carrying out inspection of the technical condition of milking equipment, operational noise and dust measurement, consulting on the design of dairy cow stalls. Focus also on design and assessment of biofuel production, consulting for biogas plants.