This report represents the first external review of the Global Forum on Agricultural Research
(GFAR), undertaken by a panel of experts commissioned by the GFAR Steering Committee
(GFAR-SC). The panel was requested to assess GFAR¿s progress to date and make
recommendations for future direction.¿
¿The review focused on the concept of GFAR; its organisational structure, governance and operating
procedures; the roles of its stakeholders; approaches to developing a sustainable funding strategy; the
Business Plan and priorities for future action