Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke)

Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) is a research and expert organisation, promoting competitive business activities based on the sustainable use of renewable natural resources, well-being, and the vitality of rural areas. Natural Resources Institute Finland is the second largest research institution in the country and one of the biggest clusters of bioeconomy expertise in Europe. Natural Resources Institute Finland supports social decision-making and produces statistics related to food and renewable natural resources. Furthermore, the research institute handles tasks related to ensuring the genetic diversity of cultivated crops, livestock, game and fish stocks and forest trees.