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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