BFEU

Bundesministerium für Ernährung und Landwirtschaft (BMEL)

Federal ministry

About the funder

The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) is a supreme federal authority of the Federal Republic of Germany, headquartered in Bonn and Berlin. It is responsible for national agricultural policy, food security, consumer information, animal welfare, and sustainable development in rural areas. The BMEL promotes research and innovation in agriculture as well as measures to combat food poverty and protect natural resources.

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Mission & Vision

The BMEL is committed to a future-oriented, sustainable, and competitive agriculture in Germany. It promotes the development and implementation of strategies for food security, animal welfare, and the protection of our environment. The goal is to ensure both the interests of farmers and the health and well-being of consumers.

Target groups

The work of the BMEL is aimed at farmers, actors in the food industry, consumers, research institutions, as well as social groups active in the fields of nutrition, agriculture, and rural development. The Ministry supports projects and programs that promote innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility.