Mission

Our mission is to promote the understanding, conservation and sustainable use of Namibian plants for the benefit of all.

Objectives

The NBRI's main objectives are to:

• to collect and maintain plant material and data according to international standards, collaborating with external organisations and programmes, where appropriate;
• to provide high quality, efficient services through needs-driven, plant-related research;
• to promote cost awareness and the careful and efficient utilisation of funds;
• to support training and development of staff.

Knowledge of plants is essential to ensure sustainable development and wise use of resources in order to offer greater food security and higher living standards.

Users and uses

NBRI provides a wide range of services which are utilised by a large variety of users.

Core functions

NBRI has a broad range of core functions.