The Global Forum on Agricultural Research (GFAR) is an innovative attempt to work towards a global system of agricultural research for development.

GFAR Mission is to:

• facilitate the exchange of information and knowledge
• foster collaborative partnerships among ARD stakeholders
• promote the integration of National Agricultural Research Systems and enhance their capacity to produce and facilitate technology exchange that responds to users' needs
• facilitate the participation of all stakeholders in formulating a global framework for development- oriented agricultural research
• increase awareness of the need for long-term commitment to, and investment in, agricultural research