Sustainable and Healthy Food
Current dietary habits are often unsustainable (food waste, high meat consumption) or partially unhealthy (highly processed foods rich in sugar and fat). Agroscope research supports the development of innovative, healthy and safe foods – e.g. dairy products, meat, bread, vegetables and fruits – from production, to processing, right up to consumption. Together with consumers, we research effective measures for sustainable nutrition and develop life-cycle assessment methods that also take account of health aspects. In so doing, we help to accompany a nutrition transition corresponding to the potential of the Swiss agriculture and food sector.
These six priorities are described in the FOAG's Research Master Plan for the Agri-food Sector (pages 37–39).
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Research programmes at a glance
The 2026-2029 Work Programme encompasses 42 research programmes.
Work Programme 2026−2029
Agroscope’s 2026-2029 Work Programme addresses the most important challenges facing the Swiss agriculture and food sector, and agricultural practitioners in particular. It places a greater focus on impact and practical benefits.