Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute, Malaysia (MARDI)
Location
Serdang, Selangor Malaysia
Parent Organization
Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute, Malaysia (MARDI)
Overview
MARDI was established with the main objective of generating and promoting new, appropriate and efficient technologies for the advancement of the food, agriculture and agro-based industries. The MARDI Act 1969 led to the establishment of MARDI on 28 October 1969. MARDI became fully operational in 1971. MARDI is managed and guided according to policies and regulations decided by the MARDI Governing Board with the approval of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security. For financial matters, the approval of the Minister of Finance is also required. The MARDI Science Council ensures that MARDI's technical programs achieve maximum levels of quality and effectiveness. MARDI's leadership vision has evolved from capacity development, establishment of planting and plantation systems towards technology commercialization, total quality management and a culture of excellence to achieve recognition at the national and international levels.
Mission
- Driving agricultural productivity and sustainability through the generation and transfer of modern, efficient and cost-effective technology.
- Strengthen financial resources, competencies, facilities and infrastructure for research and development purposes.
- Improve visibility and good governance through effective, efficient, transparent and accountable management.