The Institute of Forestry Research and Development operates under Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry. It was officially established under Decision No. 87/QĐ-ĐHTN on January 16, 2015, by upgrading the former Northern Mountainous Forestry Research Center. The Institute is headquartered at Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Quyet Thang Commune, Thai Nguyen City, Thai Nguyen Province.
The Institute has legal status, its own bank accounts and seal, and operates under an autonomous financial mechanism, complying with Government Decree No. 115/NĐ-CP dated September 5, 2005.
The Institute of Forestry Research and Development is equipped with experimental research stations, laboratories, and modern propagation facilities. It possesses advanced equipment for seed propagation, seed testing, seed storage, and forest remote sensing technology. The Institute is staffed with 80 personnel, ranging from college graduates, bachelor’s and engineering degree holders to postgraduate researchers. It also includes a team of professors, associate professors, and PhD holders specializing in various fields, ensuring expertise in scientific research, application, and technology transfer in agriculture and forestry. Additionally, the Institute collaborates with leading experts from domestic and international research institutes, technical consulting centers, and universities, supporting the economic and social development of the midland and mountainous provinces of Northern Vietnam.
As of 2016, the Institute’s organizational structure includes leadership, specialized departments, and the Son Duong Experimental Station. The Institute takes pride in its contributions to technology transfer and advancements in agriculture and forestry production.
On behalf of the faculty, staff, and students, the Director of the Institute of Forestry Research and Development extends best wishes for your health and success. The Institute looks forward to your cooperation in fulfilling its mission of education, scientific research, and technology transfer in agriculture and forestry during this era of international integration.
Contact Information
Institute of Forestry Research and Development
📍 Address: Quyet Thang Commune – Thai Nguyen City
📞 Phone: 0280.3854.005 – 0976.974.560 – 0979.449.106
🌐 Website: https://ifs.edu.vn
📧 Email: ifrad.vn@gmail.com
