Established in 1989, 3A-PTA is an instrument dedicated to research and experimentation of innovative techniques used within the agro-industrial sector. A commitment, in terms of strategies and resources, which intends to achieve the most quality of agro-food products.“ 3A” in Italian language means“ Agriculture, Nutrition, Environment”.
The Park cover a surface of about 5.000 square meters of research laboratories, greenhouses, offices and conference rooms. It embraces every research sectors in the agrofood field and other activities, such as R & D on bio-pesticides, soil and food analysis.
3A-PTA, a no profit public agency, manages the structures of the Park and takes care of its development and promotion towards both private and institutional bodies. According to the institutional strategies of the main stakeholder Umbria Region, 3A-PTA offers the following services to agricultural and agro-food companies:
� Quality certification, food safety and consumer protection;
� Innovation & research activities supporting enterprises and technology transfer;
� Creation of partnerships for international projects;
� Information, marketing and promotion.
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