Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture

Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture

Organisation type: 
Funding agency
Ministry / public service
Country: 
Germany
Short name: 
BMEL
Description: 

Food and agriculture are subjects that affect all citizens directly. The BMEL’s main aims include promoting a balanced, healthy diet and safe foods, ensuring that everyday goods are safe, assisting in the development of clear consumer rights and helping to ensure that the agricultural sector is strong and able to perform the duties required of it. The BMEL offices in Bonn and Berlin have 83 division with a total of over 900 staff committed to achieving these aims.</p>