Innovation is based on practical knowledge, financial resources and the interaction of a wide range of responsibillities. IfZ is part of a vibrant network of science and economy, as complex issues are often best dealt with in national and international research alliances.

Our most important partners are:

• Federal Bureau of seed varieties
• agricultural research departments (universities, federal and statewide institutions)
• European sugar beet institutes
• Sugar beet breeders
• crop protection companies
• Institut International de Recherches Betteravieres (IIRB), Brussels
• Coordination Beet Research Internationel (COBRI)