Food and Nutrition Research Institute

About this agency

The Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology aims to provide accurate data, correct information and innovative technologies to fight malnutrition. As the lead agency in food and nutrition research, the FNRI is mandated to (1) undertake researches that define the citizenrys nutritional status, with reference to the malnutrition problem, its causes and effects; (2) develop and recommend policy options, strategies, programs and projects which address the malnutrition problem for implementation by appropriate agencies; and (3) diffuse knowledge and technologies in food and nutrition and provide S&T services to relevant stakeholders. Finally, consistent with these mandates is its vision of: optimum nutrition for all Filipinos, socially and economically empowered through scientifically sound, environment-friendly and globally competitive technologies

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