Generate knowledge on processes and impacts of the transition from the dominant conventional production systems towards agroecological management strategies in family farming

INTA is a public decentralized body subordinated to the Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Food with operative and financial autarchy. To carry out and foster actions addressing the innovation of agricultural and livestock, agro-food and agro-industrial sectors to contribute to the competitiveness of agro-industrial chains, environmental health and sustainability of productive systems, social equity and territorial development, through research, technological development and extension. Is committed to national, regional and local development. Generates knowledge, manages innovation, applies participation strategies and promotes development processes. Integrates economic, environmental and social sustainability in its action areas: value chains, productive systems/agro-ecosystems and territories.