Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Priorities

MISSION

Enable applied research – through the power of the California State University (CSU) system – that benefits California agriculture, natural resources and food systems while cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders.

VISION

The Agricultural Research Institute will be a leading catalyst for timely, applied research and student development making California’s agriculture, natural resources and food systems more resilient and sustainable.

VALUES

At ARI, we value:

Innovation: We seek knowledge breakthroughs through innovative thinking, ideas and approaches.
Collaboration: We work with a variety of partners who share our commitment to making California’s agriculture and food systems more resilient and sustainable.
Engagement: We involve students, faculty and various stakeholders in dialogue and solution creation.
Scientific Integrity: We fund sound, peer-reviewed science held to the highest standards of ethical conduct, transparency and best practices.
Accountability: We are responsible and efficient stewards of public funds and trust.
Diversity and Inclusion: We seek out a diversity of ideas, disciplines and backgrounds.

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

Set research focus areas and align the organization – including its processes – to support those focus areas and the vision.
Communicate with and engage key stakeholder groups in collaborative strategies supporting the vision.
Develop and implement long-term sustainable funding and faculty capacity strategies.