Yozgat Bozok University and the General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies (TAGEM), under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, have signed a cooperation protocol aimed at strengthening collaboration in education, scientific research, project development, and academic activities.

The protocol was signed by Yozgat Bozok University Rector Prof. Dr. Evren Yaşar and TAGEM Director General Dr. Mustafa Altuğ Atalay. It aims to enhance university-public sector cooperation and expand joint research activities in the field of agricultural research.

Under the protocol, the two institutions will collaborate on educational activities, consultancy, joint scientific research, and project development. Joint research projects will be developed between TAGEM and the relevant academic units and institutes of the University, contributing to Türkiye's agricultural research capacity.

The protocol also aims to support and align the master's and doctoral thesis research of the University's graduate students with TAGEM's priority research areas. Within this framework, students and academics will be able to benefit from TAGEM's research infrastructure, laboratories, and field facilities in accordance with the relevant regulations.

The cooperation will further facilitate the exchange of knowledge and expertise among academic staff and specialists, the organization of training programmes, certificate courses, seminars, and workshops, the preparation of joint scientific publications, and collaborative applications for national and international research funding.

The protocol represents an important step not only in advancing agricultural research but also in transferring scientific knowledge and technology into practice, training qualified human resources, and strengthening university-public sector cooperation.

TAGEM Director General Dr. Mustafa Altuğ Atalay emphasized that the cooperation protocol with Yozgat Bozok University would offer valuable opportunities for advancing agricultural research and translating scientific work into practical applications. He stated: "By bringing together the academic knowledge and expertise of our universities with TAGEM's research infrastructure and field experience, we aim to develop more innovative and high-quality projects in agriculture. I hope this protocol will be beneficial for both institutions."

Rector Prof. Dr. Evren Yaşar described the protocol as an important step towards strengthening university-public sector cooperation and advancing agricultural research. He stated: "One of the most important responsibilities of universities is to transform their scientific knowledge and research expertise into social and sectoral benefits in line with our country's needs. Through this protocol signed with the General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies of our Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, we aim to bring together academic knowledge and field experience, develop joint projects, enhance our research capacity, and contribute to innovative solutions in agriculture. I believe this cooperation will make valuable contributions to our University, our city, and the agricultural development of our country."