The Institute of Technology and Life Sciences – National Research Institute (ITP-PIB) in Falenty was established on January 1, 2010, through the merger of the Institute for Building, Mechanization, and Electrification of Agriculture (founded in 1948) and the Institute for Land Reclamation and Grassland Farming (founded in 1953). The Institute conducts research and development in life sciences and technology, focusing on the following areas: i) protection, utilization, landscaping, and infrastructure in rural areas, including water resources, agro-ecosystems, permanent grasslands, and the conservation of lowland and mountainous environments; ii) innovative and integrated technologies for crop and livestock production (including aquaculture), food processing, village infrastructure, and renewable energy production; iii) safety and efficiency in the implementation of technologies, as well as the operation of machinery and equipment.

The Institute’s activities encompass research and development, practical implementation, public awareness, advisory services, education, training, promotion, innovation, and monitoring. These efforts focus on areas such as:

  • Agricultural engineering and technical solutions for crop and livestock production, including aquaculture;
  • Nature conservation, biodiversity, and landscape management in rural areas;
  • Permanent grassland management in lowlands, foothills, and mountainous regions, including feed production technology on grasslands, threats to and conservation of grassland habitats, as well as soil and water conservation;
  • Water management in agriculture and rural areas, addressing irrigation, drainage, water shortages, flooding, inundation, and water balance issues;
  • Pollution control and water quality protection, along with wastewater and sewage management and disposal in rural areas.

The Institute also undertakes tasks related to standardization, approval, control and verification, certification, and homologation. These activities are supported by its accredited laboratories, certifying body, and status as a notified body.

The Institute’s potential includes eight regional divisions across Poland, an experimental station in Biebrza (northeastern Poland), and branches in Falenty (central Poland) and Poznań (western Poland). The Institute employs 206 staff members, comprising 37 researchers and scientific personnel, as well as 111 engineering and technical staff. This enables the Institute to assemble appropriate teams for effective project execution. The Institute’s professional staff are highly qualified and possess extensive experience in implementing, coordinating, and managing projects funded from diverse sources.