Vision, Mission and Goals:
Vision:
To develop competent professionals equipped with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in Food Technology, with the aim of enhancing food security and food safety, improving quality, increasing productivity, and ensuring sustainability in the production, processing, supply, and quality control of food products throughout the country.
Mission:
To provide a high-quality academic environment through standardized education, quality teaching, and applied research at the bachelor's level, with the objective of educating committed and competent young professionals in Food Technology. The Department is dedicated to upholding Islamic and national values while strengthening the country's scientific and practical capacities, fostering innovation, promoting sustainable development, and contributing to the advancement of a prosperous and modern society.
Goals:
In Afghanistan, it is permitted to make significant investments in farming. Except for medicines, the agricultural sector contributes to 25% of the GDP. Key objectives for the department are as follows:
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Training of agricultural experts who can contribute the growth and satisfy the needs of the markets and society in Agriculture sector.
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Agriculture programs are being developed at various bachelor's and master's degree levels for the advancement of research and experts.
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Carrying out research projects to tackle agricultural problems and provide food security for the country.
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Using conferences, seminars, workshops, and skill-exchange programs to build coordination and scientific research partnership between agricultural enterprises and national and international institutions.
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Writing books, and research articles for publication in national and international journals, presentations at seminars and workshops, and other academic activities that focus on helping the poor and those with an interest in agriculture and livestock.