About us
The Leibniz Institute of Vegetable and Ornamental Crops (IGZ) is member of the Leibniz association. The IGZ conducts basic plant research with a view to possible uses for vegetable and ornamental plants and the use of plant biodiversity.
Our Vision and Mission
One healthy
Planet for all
Excellent research for sustainable and resilient
agrifood systems.
At the IGZ, we contribute to sustainable plant-based agrifood systems. We conduct interdisciplinary research at the interface between plants, humans and the environment, bringing together a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines in basic and applied research.
Our work focusses on four current challenges in horticulture.
The Challenges
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The IGZ aims to be a link between progress in the natural sciences and the reality of horticultural producers and consumers. We aim to support our staff in their professional development.
Funding
The Leibniz Institute of Vegetable and Ornamental Crops (IGZ) is an institute of the Leibniz Association based in Großbeeren. Due to their national importance, the federal and state governments support the institutes of the Leibniz Association. The IGZ receives joint basic funding from the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) and the Ministry of Science, Research and Culture of the State of Brandenburg (MWFK).
In addition, the IGZ makes targeted use of national and international research funding to finance its research and network activities. The funds come from various sources such as the German Research Foundation (DFG), the European Union, the federal government, foundations and industry.
